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Are Plastics Safe?
Cooking, eating and even washing your nose from containers made from plastic that is warm can be dangerous. This is because the warmth causes toxins contained in the plastic to be released ionto the food/water or content within, and we will then absorb these toxins into our bodies. Our Sinucleanse & Rhinohorn neti pots are plastic no:"2" and the Sinucleanse Squeeze and Nasopure are plastic no:"4" (the number found inside the recycled triangle that tells us the type of plastic it is made from).
An article by Dr Hana for further information
ARE PLASTICS SAFE?
I am frequently asked, “Are plastic bottles safe? Does using a plastic Nasopure bottle with warm water put me at risk?” Some plastics release toxins harmful to the human body, especially when heated or reused. But not all plastics are dangerous and the wise consumer knows which are safe and which should be avoided.
First, look at the bottom of a disposable plastic water bottle. You will see a little triangle with the number 1 inside. This identifies the plastic as ‘polyethylene terephthalate’ (PETE) which has been shown to be chemically stable if not exposed to excessive heat or reused. Therefore, it is okay to drink bottled water, but not to keep refilling the same container over and over again.
Now look at the bottom of your Nasopure bottle. You will see the number 4, identifying the plastic as ‘low density polyethylene’, or LDPE. This is a more stable form of plastic and has been shown to be safe.
The plastics to avoid are labelled #3, #6, and #7. You will find these plastics in baby bottles, in microwave containers and Styrofoam. Further information about the safety of plastics can be found on Dr. Andrew Weil’s website by clicking HERE
One reason Nasopure is made from a soft plastic is to avoid the dangers of breakable glass or ceramic in the bathroom where things tend to get wet and slippery. The plastic bottle is also more effective because it gives you control over pressure and flow. And warm water used in an LDPE bottle has not been shown to release toxins, even if we were to inadvertently swallow some of the wash solution.
We here at Nasopure have looked at the research about plastic safety and remain confident that the Nasopure nasal wash system is still the safest, most effective way to keep your nose clean.
Be Well, Dr Hana
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