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When you're detoxing your home, it's important to know which materials to avoid, but even more important to know which ones to choose! Glass is one of the materials that is consistently superior to plastic for two main reasons: it's better for people and the environment.   In 2013, 299 million tons of plastic were produced. This number is increasing every year. Plastic water bottles alone have increased by 39.8 billion in 14 years, with sales of 2.8 billion in 1996 and 42.6 billion in 2010.   Why not plastic? Plastics are made from a variety of chemical formulations, including endocrine-disrupting chemicals such as bisphenol A (BPA) and phthalates. Some of these chemicals, including BPA and phthalates, affect the brain, hormonal system, reproductive system, and may contribute to the development of cancer. The health effects of most chemicals have not been thoroughly tested. We do know that some of these chemicals can leach into food and beverages and contaminate the air, du