"A large percentage of exposure to BPA appears to be the result of leaching from baby bottles and food and beverage containers, hence the importance of protecting children from this toxin while their bodies are still developing," Mr. Ritterbrown commented. "Numerous scientific studies have shown that because BPA acts like an estrogen when ingested, it's literally like giving babies daily low-level doses of birth control pills. A wealth of scientific data shows that this kind of hormone disruption can cause diabetes, breast cancer, ADHD, early onset puberty, obesity, impaired brain development and immune function disorders, among others."

Mr. Ritterbrown added that Green to Grow's donation to the St. John's Well Child & Family Center is part of its ongoing educational outreach philosophy to give back to communities in need.

"We believe in the power of knowledge and direct action. We cannot wait for change to happen. We have to do what we can now to protect families and the earth," Ritterbrown emphasized.

As many lawmakers have not yet committed to supporting SB 797 on the Assembly Floor, bill sponsor Senator Pavley is urging the public to contact their Assembly member NOW and urge them to vote in favor of protecting Californian children from harm by supporting SB 797 on the Assembly Floor.

"California has always been a leader on environmental and health issues, but we are already behind other states and countries that have banned BPA from children's products," said Senator Pavley. "Let's get this dangerous chemical out of our children's food and drink."

Source: greentogrow