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Why I'm Switching From Plastic to Silicone

Soon the kids will be back in school, and some of you will be sending them with lunches.  With all of the hype about plastic, I am sure many of you are looking for alternative ways to pack sandwiches and snacks for your family. I want to talk to you about food- grade silicone products.  I was recently reading an interesting article written by Forbes Magazine and they speak about how the food -grade silicone products are made from a non-toxic polymer which is mostly made of silica (sand).  It can be heated or frozen because it can withstand those elements without leaching or off-gassing hazardous chemicals- unlike plastics, which contaminate food in those same environments.  Silicone is also odor and stain resistant, hypoallergenic, and easy to clean.  It is often used for eco-friendly and non-toxic baby products. GoSili is a brand of silicone tableware products for the entire family.  Their award winning children's silicone products are smart,...