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The Health Consequences of Plastic Milk Packaging: A Emphasis on Cancer
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: Received: 29 July 2024 / Approved: 30 July 2024 / Online: 30 July 2024 (09:09:31 CEST)
How to cite: Patil, A.; Rathi, J. The Health Consequences of Plastic Milk Packaging: A Emphasis on Cancer. Preprints 2024, 2024072430. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202407.2430.v1 Patil, A.; Rathi, J. The Health Consequences of Plastic Milk Packaging: A Emphasis on Cancer. Preprints 2024, 2024072430. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202407.2430.v1
Abstract
The pervasive use of plastic for milk packaging has raised significant health concerns, despite its advantages in terms of cost-effectiveness, convenience, and durability. The potential correlation between cancer and plastic packaging is one of these concerns. This mini-review examines the health implications of plastic materials used in milk packaging, with a particular emphasis on their carcinogenic hazards. This work endeavors to summarize the current state of knowledge regarding the influence of plastic components on human health and underscore the importance of ongoing research in this field by utilizing insights from a comprehensive review article. Harmful chemicals have been observed to leach into milk from plastics used in milk packaging, including high-density polyethylene (HDPE), low-density polyethylene (LDPE), and polyethylene terephthalate (PET), particularly under conditions of protracted storage and heat. Bisphenol A (BPA), phthalates, and styrene are among the most prevalent leachates. These chemicals have been associated with a variety of health issues, such as an elevated risk of cancer, and are recognized for their endocrine-disrupting properties. BPA and phthalates, in particular, have the potential to disrupt hormone function, which may result in breast cancer, prostate cancer, and other hormone-related malignancies.This review emphasizes the significance of comprehending the precise components of plastics utilized in milk packaging and their potential health consequences. It advocates for more rigorous research to completely elucidate the long-term health impacts of these materials by emphasizing the current state of knowledge and regulatory initiatives. Additionally, it underscores the necessity of innovative packaging technologies to guarantee consumer protection and mitigate the risk of exposure to carcinogenic substances.
Keywords
plastic, milk, carcinogenic substances, human health
Subject
Public Health and Healthcare, Public, Environmental and Occupational Health
Copyright: This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.
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