RIO Fitness Chicago® Exercise & Nutrition Blog

RIO Fitness Chicago® Tip:

We all eat/drink from plastic containers/bottles. Next time you do, flip it over to see which recycling number(a number between 1 and 7 enclosed in a triangle of arrows) is on it. 1, 2, 4 and 5 are considered to be the safest. 3, 6, and 7 leach chemicals that may be harmful. These chemicals disrupt hormone/reproductive system function & prevent body fat loss because these chemicals mimic estrogen. To stay safe avoid: heating or freezing plastic by heating up leftovers in plastic containers in the microwave, putting leftovers in plastic containers in the freezer, putting plastic dishware in the dishwasher, or leaving plastic bottles of water/juice/soda in the car during extreme heat/cold.