Plastic sports drinking bottles? Better not! 5 reasons that speak against it
Plastic bottles are not only bad for the environment, but also for your body. Through their use, microplastics enter the human system and can then be detected in the blood, liver or even the brain. Despite this, many athletes still rely on conventional plastic bottles, which become unhygienic after a short time and end up in the bin. We reveal five reasons why you should dispose of your plastic water bottles (one last time) and switch to an alternative!
1. microplastics & plasticizers - you want performance, not chemicals
Plastic bottles can be found everywhere these days: in supermarkets, restaurants and sports stores. Many people think that only disposable bottles release harmful substances into drinks when used over a long period of time. However, the reality is quite different.
In fact, a study by the University of Münster found that most plastic particles can be found in water from reusable plastic bottles. Due to prolonged use, tiny pieces of microplastic repeatedly break off and enter the body. Sunlight can also promote the decomposition of the material. The average person currently consumes an incredible 5 grams of microplastics per week. That is roughly the size of a credit card. The regular use of plastic bottles contributes significantly to this.
Another source of health hazards are plasticizers, which were mainly used in the production of plastic bottles in the past. But even today there are still many products that contain BPA (bisphenol A) or phthalates. These plasticizers can enter the body via the beverage and cause irreversible damage. This can result in hormonal imbalances, developmental disorders in children and even cancer.
2. foul taste and odor
We've all been there: you've sweated a lot while cycling and you're thirsty. Just as you're looking forward to that first refreshing sip of water, your joy is spoiled by the unpleasant taste of plastic. No matter how well you clean a plastic bottle, this annoying effect can hardly be avoided. Especially in summer temperatures and strong UV radiation, the water quickly tastes stale.
In addition to the taste, the smell of plastic bottles can quickly become unpleasant. Even those bottles that can be cleaned in the dishwasher cannot be rid of these odors in the long term. In fact, the opposite is often the case: cleaning in the dishwasher makes the plastic brittle over time, allowing more bacteria to accumulate in the porous material.
3. plastic bottles quickly become unsightly & unhygienic
Even if some plastic bottles advertise their longevity, they not only look unsightly after a short time, but can also become unhygienic. Small scratches and cracks allow bacteria and germs to settle and multiply. Even scrubbing cannot remove them completely. Quite the opposite: intensive cleaning can often roughen the surface even more, further reducing the quality of the drinking bottle.
At high temperatures, this can even promote mold growth. The risk of this increases particularly if you fill the plastic bottle not only with pure water, but also with isotonic drinks, juices and the like. With every sip, harmful substances enter the body and cause nausea or other symptoms.
4. rapid wear
Plastic drinking bottles change their appearance and texture after just a short period of use. During sports use, frequent squeezing and high temperatures can accelerate this process. The material becomes brittle over time, causing the small cracks to form even faster. What you may not even notice at first may already be affecting the quality of the drink inside.
5. optics & style as a factor
Of course, aspects such as appearance also play a role when buying a water bottle. After all, you hold it in your hand every day and therefore want to own an aesthetically pleasing product in your own style. Plastic bottles are the clear laggards due to their rapid wear and tear alone.
A durable drinking bottle made from alternative materials and a cool design, on the other hand, complements your personal style and becomes a symbol of sustainability, environmental awareness and fitness.
An innovative solution for sport and everyday life
If you are looking for a suitable alternative to conventional plastic bottles, the KEEGO drinking bottle is the perfect choice. The Viennese start-up has developed a bottle that is as light and flexible as a plastic bottle, but at the same time as durable and clean as a metal bottle. Thanks to the elastic titanium coating on the inside, your drink always remains tasteless and free from microplastics.
Thanks to the flexible but robust material, a KEEGO drinking bottle is on average five times more durable than a conventional plastic bottle, which also saves you money in the long term. Sustainability is also a top priority in the production of KEEGO bottles: With short transportation routes and sustainable production processes, the environment is protected - and all this at a production site in Germany.
Conventional plastic bottles are slowly but surely becoming a thing of the past. They have many disadvantages - from an unpleasant taste to health risks. With the practical KEEGO drinking bottle you have a sustainable and healthy alternative that not only makes drinking on the go more environmentally friendly, but also a real pleasure.
