A recent report showed that the BPA in sports bras is very highpotentially exposing people to this toxic chemical.
Here’s what experts say.
After all, hitting the gym helps yousweat out toxins, right?
BPA has the potential to hit both of those nasty notes.
While this news may seem pretty alarming, dont throw out your entire sports bra collection just yet.
What exactly is BPA?
board-certified dermatologist and founder ofMiami Derm
BPA is a hormone-disrupting chemical that imitates the effects of estrogen on the body.
Thehealth risks of BPAmay include male and female infertility, early puberty, breast cancer, and prostate cancer.
It may also exacerbate other conditions that affect the female reproductive system.
BPAs widespread effects are thought to be tied to its ability to bind to the estrogen receptor.
And, the impact on the fetus during pregnancy is thought to be even more long-lasting, she says.
Is your sports bra giving you cancer?
No scientist could possibly tell you that, says Dr. Woodruff.
Its Amazing How Its All Connected.
So, even if BPA is in your sports bra, how much is actually oozing out?
board-certified dermatologist and founder ofMiami Derm
And how much of that is making its way through your skin into your bloodstream?
Experts say its not entirely clear.
Theres a lot of debate in the scientific community about estimating dermal absorption of BPA, says Dr. Woodruff.
When it comes to skin absorption, how much BPA do sports bras emit?
Who might want to consider limiting their exposure to BPA in sports bras?
Really, exposure during pregnancy and puberty are the most troubling timeframes, says Dr. Woodruff.
Healthy adults have less risk of health damage from BPA.
TheMayo Clinicrecommends:
Perhaps the best thing you’re free to do?
Let your legislators know that BPA is not acceptablein sports bras or anyplace else.
The bottom line is there should just not be any BPA in any products.
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