Dr. Maida Galvez: “Parents Opt for Breakable Dishes to Avoid Plastic Hazards”
A growing number of parents concerned about potentially toxic chemicals used in plastics are opting for durable glass or ceramic dishes — preferring the risk of shattered plates to the possible long-term health consequences that studies have found to be linked to chemicals in plastic. “Multiple studies have found exposure to certain plastics during pregnancy or early childhood may be linked to neurological disorders, obesity and reproductive health issues — making it ideal to use a safer option than plastic when possible,” said Maida Galvez, MD, Professor of Pediatrics at The Mount Sinai Hospital. Learn more