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How to Reduce Exposure to Microplastics

Water filters, HEPA vacuums, and natural fiber clothing are some of the tools you can use to reduce your exposure to potentially harmful substances.
Microplastics are no longer a distant environmental issue—they are part of daily life. These microscopic plastic particles have been found in drinking water, food, household dust, and even human blood ...
Findings published by researchers in China reveal that boiling water can be an effective way to remove microplastics from the liquid. When water is boiled, naturally occurring minerals like calcium ...
From ocean shores to grocery stores, plastic is all around us. Scientists are even finding microplastics, which are small bits of plastic under five millimetres long, in over half of human organ ...
For yoghurt and quark pots, around 15% of recyclable material is lost. NTCP, TNO and partners are investigating how to ...
Microplastics are everywhere, including deep inside the human body. Dr Salhab shares 7 ways you can protect yourself and reduce microplastic exposure.
You can be exposed to micro- and nanoplastics in a variety of everyday situations. The health effects of these particles aren't fully understood, but there are potential links to serious conditions.
Every day, millions of people enjoy their coffee, tea, or other beverages from disposable cups, often without a second thought about what might be lurking in their drink. However, research published ...
From your tires to your laundry, everyday habits may be fueling a growing plastic problem. Now, a new lab in Oregon is taking ...
Scientists found microplastics in all examined human brains in a recent study, with highest levels discovered in dementia ...
Tiny plastic particles may be quietly threatening brain health. New research suggests microplastics—now widely found in food, ...