Is BPA and microwaving plastic safe during pregnancy?
FDA says BPA in food is safe at current levels; NIEHS suggests easy cuts: don't microwave polycarbonate, prefer glass for hot food.
What the sources say
FDA states BPA is safe at the current levels occurring in foods. NIEHS notes some animal studies suggest infants and children may be most vulnerable and report effects in fetuses and newborns; it suggests: don't microwave polycarbonate plastic containers, check recycle codes (some 3 or 7 plastics may contain BPA), reduce canned foods, use glass, porcelain or stainless steel for hot foods, and use BPA-free baby bottles. Sources differ in emphasis, so these low-effort steps are reasonable.
Also listed as
bisphenol a, bpa, bpa-free, canned food lining, heating food in plastic, microwaving plastic, plastic containers, plastic water bottles, polycarbonate, recycle code 3, recycle code 7
Sources
Last reviewed . This is general information, not medical advice. Ask your doctor or midwife about your own situation.