Friday, April 01, 2005

Cyclists' water bottles impair brain function?

According to the San Francisco Chronicle, the plastic used in water bottles may impair brain function. Perhaps this explains cyclists' behavior?

Bisphenol A — the prime chemical in making the polycarbonate plastic popular in durable, clear Nalgene water bottles — has come under increasing scrutiny in recent years from scientists who caution that it's found in thousands of consumer products and has invaded the human body.

. . .. at doses below or at a federal safety guideline, the chemical can disrupt hormone systems of lab animals, affecting the workings of their brains.

Update: The water in the bottles is also dangerous.

1 Comments:

At 4:50 AM, Blogger Brian said...

Actually, the article pointed out that bottles and bottle tops can be made of different substances.

I try to avoid Teflon, except for the omelette pan I used to have.

I have no idea what my new Gary Fisher jet pack (CamelBak substitute) is lined with.

 

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