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mary625
mary625 Member Posts: 1,056
edited June 2014 in Complementary and Holistic Medicine and Treatment


Does anyone have concerns about using the plastic coffee pods such in the Keurig, Senseo or other machines?

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  • SpecialK
    SpecialK Member Posts: 16,486
    edited December 2013

    I drink coffee made in a Keurig several times per week, and love the convenience, so your question prompted me to investigate.  From what I read the water reservoir in a Keurig does not contain BPA and neither do the k-cups themselves.  The cup itself is not heated, only by the water flowing through it as the coffee is made.

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  • peggy_j
    peggy_j Member Posts: 1,700
    edited December 2013


    Yes, I don't use the pods. I've made the decision to avoid plastic as much as possible, especially plastic with heat. (so, among other things, I ditched my Mr. Coffee and bought a stainless steel percolator). For making single cups or when traveling, I use a ceramic coffee filter. I bought mine at a kitchen store but I've seen them at Whole Foods, too.


    I know some plastics are thought to be safe but...it's possible we may learn otherwise in the future. Plus, reducing our use of plastic is better for the environment as well.

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  • Blessings2011
    Blessings2011 Member Posts: 4,276
    edited December 2013


    I'm another one concerned about plastics and heat.


    For single servings, we do have our old Folgers Singles... like coffee in a teabag. Meh!


    I also have a French Press for that wonderful freshly ground coffee... and my antique Chemex pot that looks like a piece of science equipment!

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  • althea
    althea Member Posts: 1,595
    edited December 2013

    Plastics are filled with endocrine disrupters.  Xenoestrogens are especially problematic for anyone with a er/pr positive tumor.  I put a fair amount of diligence into reducing plastic in my home, and I'm still surrounded by it -- she typed, on her plastic keyboard. 

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  • simplelife4real
    simplelife4real Member Posts: 563
    edited January 2014

    I have wondered about this as well and have looked into using a french press for that reason.  I haven't made the switch yet.

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