Everyday we read a new research report warning of the dangers of the food we eat and drink. Yet we wonder why women have so much trouble with infertility. Our bodies are being exposed to chemicals everyday.

We have environmental toxins to worry about. There are chemicals and toxins in the food we eat everyday. Now research found that there are toxins in the packaging of our foods and drinks we use everyday.

This harmful chemical is known as bisphenol A? Commonly referred to as BPA and widely used in the production of plastics and metal cans.

BPA is found in plastic bottles and in the lining of canned foods. Research shows that the chemical releases into the food and drink during storage.

Why should women who want to get pregnant care about BPA? It causes a potential health hazard to women. The chemical is known for "hormone mimicking". Hormone mimicking can upset the hormonal balance in women and be one of the leading causing of infertility. The hormonal balance is very critical to a female trying to get pregnant.

BPA is a controversial topic for scientist and researchers. A panel of experts reported hormone-mimicking chemicals pose minimal health risks. Scientists warn of wide ranges of adverse health effects.

But who is right? It's best for women trying to get pregnant to avoid BPA when possible. But, how can you avoid it when it's so common in packaging?

Minimizing exposure to the controversial chemical when trying to become pregnant can be done with a little effort. If possible, look for BPA free containers. The container should be clearly labeled if it is free.

Ways to Avoid BPA When Trying To Get Pregnant:

1. Avoid storing food or beverages in polycarbonate plastic containers.
2. Avoid water from 5 gallon water containers.
3. Avoid transparent water bottles.
4. Avoid all canned foods while trying to conceive.

There are a few things that can accelerate the expose if you use plastic containers made out of polycarbonate.

1. Heating the container.
2. The acidity of the food or drink stored.
3. The age of the container.

Toxins that cause infertility are everywhere. There in our foods, in our drinks and in our environment.