The fact that 'receipts' are related to the development of diabetes~ How?

Research has shown that exposure to the chemical bisphenol A increases the risk of developing diabetes.

Bisphenol A (BPA) is a substance used to coat or make plastics flexible and is an endocrine disruptor that has harmful effects on the body. Previous studies have shown that Bisphenol A increases the risk of precocious puberty and reproductive system disorders. Bisphenol A is found in various plastic products such as food containers, receipts, and packaging materials.

A research team at California Polytechnic State University in the United States analyzed 40 healthy adults. Participants were randomly divided into two groups: one taking bisphenol A orally and the other taking a placebo. The bisphenol A group took 50 micrograms per kilogram of body weight, the safe level established by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), for four days. The research team stated that they first tested the safety of the FDA's recommended exposure limit for bisphenol A before the participants took the substance.

The analysis showed that the bisphenol group experienced a significant decrease in insulin sensitivity after 4 days compared to the control group. Neither group showed any changes in body weight.

The research team analyzed that bisphenol A interferes with the body's hormonal functions, including insulin, and affects metabolism, thereby increasing the risk of diabetes. The team said that the appropriate exposure level of bisphenol A set by the FDA should be reviewed.

Dr. Todd Heygen, who led the research, said, "By choosing products stored in stainless steel or glass containers instead of plastic containers for food and beverages, we can reduce exposure to bisphenol A."

The research team plans to analyze whether reducing bisphenol A intake over the coming weeks or months lowers the risk of developing diabetes. Subsequently, they will conduct experiments to determine if aerobic or strength exercises can offset the negative effects of bisphenol A.

Meanwhile, these research results were recently announced at the American Diabetes Association Annual Meeting.