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HELP - Plastics - what's the alternative?

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nixon1 · 10/05/2008 19:52

Does anyone have any ideas about how to give my daughter non-plastic packaging for packed lunch? I thought I was doing the right thing using reusable plastic containers for her, as she has things like hummus and breadsticks (not a sandwich fan), but when I've looked into packaging because of the BPA scare, I have seen advice that says that, even though some are better than others, it's best to avoid all plastics. I seem to remember a scare about foil and reactions with food, so am at a loss. Glass packaging?? Even if it exists, it's not exactly the safest choice... Fingers crossed for some great ideas (thanks)

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nixon1 · 12/05/2008 22:27

Stainless steel fab idea, tks. Does anyone know if there are any foods it would react with (am thinking perhaps acidic?). Why oh why did I not do something useful like chemistry or similar...

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nixon1 · 12/05/2008 22:27

Stainless steel fab idea, tks. Does anyone know if there are any foods it would react with (am thinking perhaps acidic?). Why oh why did I not do something useful like chemistry or similar...

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TooTicky · 12/05/2008 22:28

I'd be wary of tomato and citrus fruits.

nixon1 · 14/05/2008 21:52

Great, thanks. Have just ordered glass feeding bottles for youngest. DH has been reading up on microwaves now - aaargh. Modern life is a minefield.

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TooTicky · 14/05/2008 22:40

Oh, now microwaves really are evil...

nixon1 · 16/05/2008 23:34

Have seen loads of bad stuff about them, but checked Cancer Research UK's website and they say there's no link to cancer. What do you reckon then?

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