is water consumed from plastic bottles harmful

i think we can use plastic bottles,but when u see down of every plastic bottle u see a triangle with a number..if its 1 it should not be used for long and if its 5 it can be used for long time....

 

Thanka Anokhii for the useful info, just checked the number in my rubbermaid bottle. It is 5

 

if is 1 it should not be resused..the purpose of that bottle is to be used only once.. that goes for those all those water bottles we buy on the go..

and above 5 does not mean everything is safe..

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yes it is

We received a circular from my sons school saying that NOT to give the plastic water bottles to children, use vaccum bottles for kids.
The circular contains a LOOONG msg regarding the bad effects of plastic.
Really scarry ...

 

I have been using number 4

 

Water in plastic bottle when kept in direct sunlight is harmful, i am told.

 

water bottles exposed to heat or sunlight are not safe, thats why we should not put water bottles in car.

 

#2,4,5 plastic are generally considerred safe. #1 is not recommended for reuse since it allows bacterial growth. #7 might contain BPA a harmful chemical very much in the news lately.

In my opinion it is better to just reduce use of plastic for food storage specially when you food touches the plastic directly. Everyday there is a new kind of chemical detected to leach into the food and cause health problems. Better use glass or good old stainless steel containers for food storage

There are many stainless steel and aluminuim water bottles in market these days which are meant for reusing. I have been using my bottle for about 5 yrs now. These have become very popular in US now. I am not sure in India. I found stainless steel water bottles on junglee dot com. They might seem to be expensive compared to pearl pet but its a good investment , they last long, dont disfigure in the sun and no health threats.

 

yes of course the plastic bottles are carcinogenic and should not be used for much long time .even the plastic bottles stored in chillers and freezers should not be used . the water should not be drunk from them.:bonk:cheersfrom my sister's frends message, i came to know this