Rhonda Patrick: Why you should stop handling receipts

Key Takeaways

• Opt for emailed receipts instead of handling paper receipts to avoid BPA exposure.
• Avoid touching receipts with bare hands, especially if you use hand sanitizer or lotion, as these increase BPA absorption 100-fold.
• Wear nitrile gloves if you handle receipts regularly (e.g., cashiers) to minimize BPA exposure.
• Keep receipts away from children—high BPA exposure in adolescent boys is linked to a 50% reduction in testosterone.

Notable Quotes

“People that are handling receipts, like cashiers, have really high levels of BPA. Particularly if they use hand sanitizing lotion or any lotion… carrying it inside to your bloodstream about 100-fold higher.”

Bottom Line

Avoid direct contact with receipts due to high BPA levels—choose digital receipts or wear gloves if handling is unavoidable.

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