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The study, which we co-funded, was led by scientists at the University of Exeter. The researchers analysed urine samples from 758 initially healthy people who went on to develop coronary heart disease, and 861 people who remained free of the disease. They found that the group with heart disease tended to have had higher levels of BPA in their urine 10 years earlier.

BHF's Associate Medical Director, Professor Jeremy Pearson, said:

“This study shows that patients who develop coronary heart disease are more likely to have had higher levels of BPA in their urine. More studies are now needed to understand the reasons why.

“We don’t believe there is any cause for the public or heart patients to be concerned by BPA. While this study suggests a possible link between BPA and heart disease, it’s clear that even if there is a link, the risk is very small indeed. The saturated fat, salt and sugar in pre-packaged foods are far more harmful than anything you’ll find in the packaging.”

The study was published in American Heart association journal Circulation.