Envasado de alimentos más seguro: PFAS
PFAS duran años en el cuerpo y se asocian con daños a la salud. Evita envases grasosos, microondas y comida rápida en su empaque. Usa vidrio–PFAS last years in the body and are associated with damage to health. Avoid greasy packaging, microwaves, and fast food in its packaging. Use glass.
Envases de alimentos más seguros: PVC/Phthalates
PVC y ftalatos pueden causar daños hormonales y reproductivos. Evite plásticos con códigos 3, 6 o 7. No caliente comida en plástico. Use vidrio o acero–PVC and Phthalates can cause hormonal and reproductive damage. Avoid plastics with code 3, 6, or 7. Do not heat food in plastic. Use glass or steel.
Heavy Metals in Food Eco-Healthy FAQ
Heavy metals in food can be harmful to brain development and overall health. Learn how to reduce children’s exposure by choosing safer foods, water, and fish.
Mercury Eco-Healthy FAQ
Mercury is a toxic metal that harms the brain, nerves, and organs. Avoid mercury products, eat low-mercury fish, and dispose of mercury items safely.
Mercury Factsheet
Mercury is a potent neurotoxin that can harm kids’ developing brains. Exposure to mercury can be through large fish, broken glass thermometers, and compact fluorescent light bulbs.
Making Celebrations Healthy Factsheet
Make celebrations fun and healthy with eco-friendly tips, non-food treats, and nutritious snacks to reduce kids’ exposure to toxic chemicals.
Improving Nutrition and Promoting Healthier Habits Eco-Healthy FAQ
Learn how to promote healthy eating and active play in child care with safer foods, daily movement, and eco-friendly practices that support child development.
PFAS in Child Care Eco-Healthy FAQ
Learn how PFAS in child care impact children’s health, where they’re found, and how to reduce exposure with safer, eco-friendly solutions.
Safer Food Packaging & PFAS Eco-Healthy FAQ
Safer Food Packaging means making choices to reduce kids’ exposure to PFAS- harmful chemicals used to make consumer products grease and water-resistant.
Safer Food Packaging & BPA Eco-Healthy FAQ
BPA is found in some baby bottles, sippy cups and food packaging. Safer food packaging can reduce exposure to this chemical that can hurt children’s health.