As grandparents and Active Agers, we’re all about making sure our families and grandkids are safe and healthy—but did you know that certain everyday items may be exposing them to hidden toxins? Specifically, there are hidden toxins in black plastic you need to know about.
Black plastic products like takeout trays, spatulas, and even some children’s toys are often made with recycled plastic that contains harmful flame-retardant chemicals.
Recently, high levels of these toxins were found in items like sushi trays, costume jewelry, and kitchen utensils.
These chemicals aren’t added to keep these items fireproof; they come from recycled e-waste, including old electronics that still contain dangerous flame retardants.
Shockingly, a recent study found that 85% of black plastic products tested had toxic flame retardants, some at levels hundreds of times over what’s deemed safe.
Exposure to these chemicals can affect health in multiple ways—from disrupting hormones to increasing cancer risk.
Some states, like Washington and New York, have taken a stand, banning these chemicals in many consumer electronics, but many black plastic items we touch every day still contain these toxins.
Here’s How to Help Limit Exposure to Toxins in Black Plastic:
Let’s work together to protect our grandkids! Tell your state legislators to support a ban on toxic flame retardants in household items made from black plastic. Together, we can ensure a healthier future for the next generation!
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Kristen Coffield
I am the Founder of Active Grandparenting™ & The Culinary Cure™ and Author of Active Grandparenting. I am a passionate advocate for food as medicine, life navigator and culinary coach. This is my space for sharing what excites, inspires and motivates me to live my best life. It began as a recipe blog for nourishing, simple, weekday meals and has become something much bigger… a guide to resilient wellness. I am excited to share my knowledge of how daily habits can cumulatively help you to live like you mean it and age like you want to.
