Franco Berrino warns on the risks hidden in the cans in cans (including beer) and explains why it is better to avoid them
Bibite, beer, energy drink. If I’m in a can, always better leave them on the shelf. The reason? He explained it Franco Berrino in the new episode of Planet B12podcast made with the presence of exceptional guests, including precisely, in this case, the well -known doctor and epidemiologist.
For those who still do not know him, Franco Berrino, former director of the Department of Preventive and Predictive Medicine of the National Cancer Institute of Milan, has been dealing with promote a healthy lifestyle based on natural nutrition, physical activity and awareness. He is the author of numerous books and a reference point for those looking for an integrated health approach.
In planet B12, Berrino launches a clear warning: avoid drinking cans in cans, even if it is a simple sparkling water or an artisan beer. The reason? There Presence of Bisfenol A (BPA)a chemical compound used for years to internally cover metal cans and protect them from corrosion.
The problem is that the BPA is an endocrine interferent, that is, a substance capable of altering the human hormonal system. In particular, it acts like a synthetic estrogen, interfering with hormonal balance even at very low doses.
Forbidden yes, but with many exceptions
Bisfenol A has finally been prohibited in food cans, but it is not a complete victory: according to what explained in the episode, it will take two years to dispose of the stocks, and in the meantime the cans containing BPA will continue to circulate. Not only that: the prohibition does not apply to the great containers of wine, beer or milk, because an extensive application would have led – the textual words of Berrino – “too large economic damage“.
If you really want to drink a beer or a drink, Better in glass bottle, recommend the expert. It is a safer alternative.
