{"id":50372,"date":"2025-04-25T21:27:28","date_gmt":"2025-04-26T01:27:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hancockhealth.org\/mayo-health-library\/what-is-bpa-should-i-be-worried-about-it\/"},"modified":"2026-02-04T11:41:05","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T16:41:05","slug":"what-is-bpa-should-i-be-worried-about-it","status":"publish","type":"mayo","link":"https:\/\/www.hancockhealth.org\/ja\/mayo-health-library\/what-is-bpa-should-i-be-worried-about-it\/","title":{"rendered":"What is BPA? Should I be worried about it?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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BPA stands for bisphenol A, an industrial chemical that has been used to make certain plastics and resins since the 1950s.<\/p>\n

BPA<\/abbr> is found in polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins. Polycarbonate plastics are often used in containers that store food and beverages, such as water bottles. They may also be used in other consumer goods.<\/p>\n

Epoxy resins are used to coat the inside of metal products, such as food cans, bottle tops and water supply lines. Some dental sealants and composites also may contain BPA<\/abbr>.<\/p>\n

Some research has shown that BPA<\/abbr> can seep into food or beverages from containers that are made with BPA<\/abbr>. Exposure to BPA<\/abbr> is a concern because of the possible health effects on the brain and prostate gland of fetuses, infants and children. It can also affect children’s behavior. Additional research suggests a possible link between BPA<\/abbr> and increased blood pressure, type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.<\/p>\n

However, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has said that BPA<\/abbr> is safe at the very low levels that occur in some foods. This assessment is based on the review of hundreds of studies. The FDA<\/abbr> continues to monitor the research.<\/p>\n

If you’re concerned about BPA<\/abbr>, you can take steps to reduce your exposure:<\/p>\n