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    Default RE-USING OF MINERAL H2O BOTTLE


    Peeps I just recvd an email and I want to share this to my fellow Istoryans. - dunno if this was already posted but u may post ur opinions, suggestions, clarifications, etc..


    Do not re use mineral water bottles
    As you know chemical released by plastic water bottles can cause cancer (It is not the water that affects you but the chemical released from the bottle).

    How to avoid:
    Check the bottom of the bottle there should be a triangle sign and there will be a number on it. If the number is higher than or equal to 5 --> then this bottle is safe to use. Numbers under 5 will release the chemical. For most bottled water, the number is 1. Remember to check and stop reusing those bottles.
    Please pass-on this information to your friends.


    DO NOT RE-USE MINERAL WATER BOTTLE
    Many are unaware of poisoning caused by re-using plastic bottles.
    Some of you may be in the habit of using and re-using your disposable mineral bottles
    (e.g. Nestle, Bisleri, Aguafina, etc..), keeping them in your car or at work. Not a good idea.

    It happened in Dubai, when a 12-year old girl died after a long usage (16 months) of
    SAFA mineral water bottle, as she used to carry the same fancy (painted by herself)
    bottle to her school daily.

    In a nutshell, the plastic (called polyethylene terephthalate or PET) used in these bottles
    contains a potentially carcinogenic element (something called diethylhydroxlamine or DEHA).
    The bottles are safe for one-time use only; if you must keep them longer, it should be or
    no more than a few days, week max, and keep them away from heat as well. Repeated
    washing and rinsing can cause the plastic to break down and the carcinogens (cancer-causing
    chemical agents) can leak into the water that YOU are drinking. Better invest in water bottles
    that are really meant for multiple uses.

    This is not something we should be scrimping on. Those of you with family - do please advise
    them, especially children. Please forward this information.

    Prevention is better than cure.


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    Default Re: RE-USING OF MINERAL H2O BOTTLE

    been using plastic bottle at home nd at work for years, nothing has happend to me..

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    ako sad pirmi sad ko gamit mga used mineral bottle pero not d same bottle. ambot lang sad kaha if kana rang 1 ka bottle balik-balikan og gamit. kay kon ako, ig hupas sa iyang name tag or kanang murag karaan na kaayo tan awn ilisan man nako. labing dugay cguro mga 2months..

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    Plastic bottles of mineral waters shouldn't be used for more than a week. Maybe it's wise to reuse them and then refill them with clean water but if it's already been overused, you better think twice if you still want to use it AGAIN.

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    doctor told me this.....sayang ang plastic noh...basura lng

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    its my first time to hear about this gonna check the details go go go go google

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    This is a good information... True or not, at least its a preventive precaution.

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    bitaw.. in ana bitaw na basta plastic... tan.awa ra gud ng mga plastic bottles or containers.. duna nai number.. ang symbol ana kai morag recycle na symbol nya sa solod duna namber..

    kalimot ko unsai nambering ana.. kai uban bottles pwdi man daw magamit kapila.. ang uban duna life span or how many times ra pwidi ma use og balik... morag in ana gud..

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    Quote Originally Posted by sweetchick03
    doctor told me this.....sayang ang plastic noh...basura lng
    hehe..they can be recycled back

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    not all plastic mineral bottles are harmful if reused.

    just check the Resin Identification Code. its the thing where the number is inside a triangle. That code represents what type of plastic was used to create that plastic bottle.

    for reference go to this site..

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Resin_identification_code[br]Posted on: 07-11-2007, 20:44:42
    _________________________________________________
    This is from the New Zealand Food Safety Authority.
    _________________________________________________

    Is reusing plastic bottles ok?


    While plastic water and soft drink bottles are sold with the intention of single use, then recycling, they can be safely reused if cleaned and handled properly. The keys are to ensure that the bottle is not damaged, has been thoroughly cleaned before each use, and is filled with clean tap water.

    The reuse of bottles has recently been discussed as having possible health risks. There are two main concerns. There is a potential for the presence and growth of bacteria in these bottles, but with proper cleaning and handling, this risk can be minimised. Another health concern sometimes mentioned around the reuse of plastic bottles is that the plastic may breakdown and release ’chemicals' into the water. Current research into this topic indicates that these concerns are unfounded.

    It is important to note that water or soft drink bottles shouldn't be shared during use - they should be used by one individual only to prevent the spread of germs that can lead to illnesses such as meningococcal disease.
    Why are there concerns about reusing plastic bottles?

    Refilling water bottles can result in contamination of the water with bacteria, for example from the hands or mouth of the person filling or using it. With time and in warm conditions, bacteria can multiply to harmful levels, but safe handling and proper cleaning can help prevent this from happening.

    Recent reports have specifically suggested that a common plasticiser, DEHA, can leach from plastic soft drink bottles into the liquids they hold, particularly with reuse. However, the majority of plastic water and soft drink bottles are made with a substance called PET, and do not contain DEHA.

    While current research indicates chemicals are not released into water by reuse, many of these bottles are manufactured to be recycled, not reused. Some plastic bottles can warp when exposed to heat in the cleaning process. It is therefore important to ensure that after the bottle has been washed in hot water and left to air dry that it is intact and has not been damaged.
    What should I do if I am reusing a plastic bottle?

    * Before filling bottles, wash and dry your hands thoroughly so that you don't contaminated it with bacteria.
    * Examine the bottle to ensure that it is not damaged.
    * After use, clean bottles and nozzles with hot, soapy water and make sure the inside of the bottle air dries completely before use.
    * Use good quality water from a safe source.
    * Bottles should be used by one individual only. Don't share bottles- saliva can transfer germs that can lead to illnesses such as meningococcal disease. Make sure they are labelled with the person's name for easy identification.

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