https://sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/02/260212234214.htm
Even Antarctica’s toughest native insect can’t escape the reach of plastic pollution. Scientists have discovered that Belgica antarctica — a tiny, rice-sized...
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https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-024-03453-1?error=cookies_not_supported&code=c0ef8e10-66f9-4034-a13b-48711f437ca2
Mar 31, 2025 - Pyrolysis gas chromatography–mass spectrometry reveals the presence of microplastics and nanoplastics in human kidney, liver and brain tissue samples...
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https://www.health.com/microplastics-limit-exposure-9711501
While it might be impossible to avoid microplastics entirely, experts shared several practical steps you can take to reduce your exposure.
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https://www.ecowatch.com/microplastics-facts-ecowatch.html
A reduction in single-use plastics, better removal technologies and legislative action are needed to reduce microplastics for better health.
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https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/are-the-microplastics-found-in-testicles-a-health-danger/
May 22, 2024 - Evidence shows microplastics can end up in many different organs and may harm reproductive health
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https://newsvoice.se/2025/12/microplastics-found-in-human-bones/
Dec 22, 2025 - Scientists have issued a stark warning: tiny plastic fragments known as microplastics and nanoplastics are infiltrating human skeletal tissues, potentially
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https://www.menshealth.com/health/a68993702/microplastics-in-junk/
Oct 21, 2025 - Microplastics are turning up everywhere in the body, including the penis and testicles. Is that bad? Maybe. Here's why microplastics are maddeningly hard to...
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https://india.mongabay.com/2026/01/disease-carrying-microplastics-in-the-air-we-breathe/
Jan 6, 2026 - India's environmental science and conservation news
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https://microplastics.whoi.edu/
Investigating the fate of microplastics and their impacts on marine life and human health.
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https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/what-do-we-know-about-microplastics-in-food
Feb 18, 2022 - How harmful are microplastics in food, and what can we do to mitigate the health risks? In this Honest Nutrition feature, Medical News Today investigates.
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https://news.mongabay.com/short-article/2025/02/a-dramatic-rise-in-microplastics-found-in-human-brains-study-finds/
Feb 7, 2025 - Environmental science and conservation news
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https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2025/11/when-microplastics-meet-pfas-a-toxic-partnership-in-the-environment-010217/
Nov 26, 2025 - Study reveals how different microplastics, especially polyamides, strongly adsorb PFAS, shaping pollution risks and remediation strategies.
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https://www.sciencealert.com/your-salad-could-be-carrying-microplastics-from-soil-into-your-body
May 30, 2025 - Tiny plastic particles are making their way into our soils, carrying with them hazardous additives and pollutants.
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https://theoceancleanup.com/updates/lasting-damage-why-cleanup-is-essential-to-tackle-microplastics/
Nov 15, 2023 - A new peer-reviewed publication highlights the widespread and lasting harm caused by plastic in the ocean, and the impact on marine ecosystems that could last...
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https://www.perioimplantadvisory.com/clinical-tips/article/55294286/microplastics-detoxification-support-for-your-body
Microplastics are everywhere, infiltrating our daily lives in ways we may not even realize. Dr. Scott Froum looks at what microplastics are, their effects, and...
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https://www.theage.com.au/environment/climate-change/on-a-hot-day-astroturf-can-reach-up-to-75-degrees-that-s-only-the-start-of-its-problems-20251216-p5no75.html
Jan 14, 2026 - Rubber crumb and synthetic turf have proliferated on sporting fields and playgrounds in Australian cities, but are a growing problem for climate adaptation as...
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https://futurism.com/health-medicine/microplastics-clogging-arteries
Dec 31, 2025 - Scientists have discovered that feeding mice with microplastics increases plaque buildup in the arteries of male mice.
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https://news.samsung.com/us/samsung-patagonia-keep-microplastics-out-of-oceans/
We’ve all seen the heartbreaking images of once beautiful oceans and beaches that are now covered in plastic waste. This problem means that fish, turtles,...
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https://www.novuslight.com/optics-measure-how-microplastics-hinder-light-flow-in-our-oceans_N12758.html
The optical experimental setup they used contained a light source, optical fibers, a spectrometer and more.
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https://www.health.com/tea-bags-microplastics-exposure-study-8775959
A recent study founded that brewing tea bags could release billions of tiny plastic particles into your cup. Experts explain the potential health impact of...
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https://www.eatingwell.com/cardiologist-recommended-kitchen-tools-to-avoid-11870842
We asked cardiologists for the kitchen materials they’re most concerned about, and they mentioned microplastics, lead and PFAS. Read their advice, plus...
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https://www.medicaldaily.com/microplastics-health-effects-are-environmental-toxins-plastic-bloodstream-dangerous-474153
Dec 2, 2025 - Explore the health effects of microplastics, environmental toxins, and the presence of plastic in the bloodstream to understand potential human health risks.
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https://www.vegetariantimes.com/life-garden/sustainability/sustainable-activewear-without-microplastics/?scope=anon
Oct 14, 2021 - More than a third of microplastic pollution in the oceans is linked to textiles. Stop shedding plastic with these sustainable activewear options.
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https://www.sciencealert.com/7000-microplastics-studies-show-we-have-one-really-big-problem
Sep 21, 2024 - It's been 20 years since a paper in the journal Science showed the environmental accumulation of tiny plastic fragments and fibres.
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https://www.innovationnewsnetwork.com/how-biodegradable-microplastics-affect-agricultural-ecosystems/59906/
Jul 17, 2025 - Biodegradable microplastics can promoting organic matter decomposition and nutrient cycling in soil. Find out more.
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https://www.sciencealert.com/expert-reveals-5-surprising-sources-of-microplastics-in-your-daily-diet
Jan 8, 2026 - The public is starting to understand that they can find microplastics in their food, particularly seafood, but exposure from other foods is far more common...
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https://publichealthwatch.org/2024/03/06/breakthrough-study-ties-microplastics-to-strokes-heart-attacks/
Mar 12, 2024 - The breakdown products of plastic waste, and their even-smaller cousins, nanoplastics, were found in 58% of Italian patients who had plaque removed from their...
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https://www.arttourinternational.com/the-chilling-truth-why-we-must-act-now-about-microplastics-by-tracey-chaykin/
May 28, 2024 - Microplastics Defined: Let’s begin with how microplastics are defined and formed. Plastics are made from raw materials like natural gas, oil, or plants,...
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https://video.cptv.org/video/didnt-believe-there-were-microplastics-in-gum-so-i-tested-my-spit-fis9ha/
Are there really microplastics in chewing gum? George tries to find out.
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https://www.thecooldown.com/green-tech/microplastics-in-soil-impact-agriculture/
Dec 10, 2024 - Researchers have found that microplastics in the soil can hinder plant growth, slowing the growth of important crops.
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https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/avoid-microplastics-foods-experts
Nov 22, 2025 - Read this if you’re wondering what you can actually do to avoid microplastics and whether it’s even worth the effort when plastic is so ubiquitous anyway.
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https://pml.ac.uk/news/microplastics-pose-a-human-health-risk-in-more-ways-than-one/
New study shows that microplastics in the natural environment are colonized by pathogenic and antimicrobial resistant bacteria. The study team calls for urgent...
human healthmicroplasticsposeriskways
https://futurism.com/science-energy/crickets-microplastics-grow-size
Dec 13, 2025 - Scientists discovered that crickets that were fed microplastics grew in size by a staggering 25 times over a seven-week period.
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https://www.sciencealert.com/we-literally-have-no-idea-if-microplastics-in-our-water-is-bad-for-our-health
Aug 20, 2019 - It took us a while to notice, but now it's clear that plastic pollution is everywhere: in the air we breathe, in the food we eat, and the water we drink.
ideamicroplasticswater
https://deafconnect.org.au/our-news/auslan90-deep-dive-microbeads-and-microplastics
Nov 26, 2025 - Have you ever been told not to microwave food in plastic containers, or to steer clear of bottled water and plastic cutlery? With more people becoming...
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https://www.theage.com.au/lifestyle/health-and-wellness/the-bombshell-science-that-casts-doubt-on-claims-about-microplastics-20260116-p5nui7.html
Jan 16, 2026 - New findings have some scientists concerned about the technology used to detect tiny pieces of plastic in the body.
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https://www.sciencealert.com/your-food-packaging-is-shedding-microplastics-into-every-meal-study-reveals
Jul 3, 2025 - Simply using your food packaging in the manner it's supposed to be used is enough to contaminate your comestibles with a sprinkling of microplastics.
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https://www.georgetown.edu/news/georgetown-students-faculty-study-microplastics-in-dc/
Jun 24, 2024 - Students and faculty members are wading into rivers and measuring just how much microplastic is there — and where it’s coming from — in DC.
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https://www.health.com/microplastics-how-to-protect-your-health-11703195
Microplastics are unavoidable, and researchers are still figuring out just how they're impacting our health. But there may be some things you can do to...
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https://www.wellbeing.com.au/at-home/planet/microplastics-the-big-problem-with-small-plastics.html
Oct 1, 2025 - Microplastics are everywhere—from oceans to our bodies—posing serious health risks. Discover their impact and solutions.
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https://www.bonappetit.com/story/microplastics-in-brain
Jan 16, 2026 - Plus, drinking is back, UberEats and DoorDash made it harder to for users tip drivers, and more.
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https://news.mongabay.com/2023/10/microplastics-pose-risk-to-ocean-plankton-climate-other-key-earth-systems/
Sep 17, 2024 - Environmental science and conservation news
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https://www.mygreenpod.com/articles/microplastics-in-donkeys/
Nov 22, 2025 - Microplastics found in 100% of donkey faecal samples, revealing impact of plastic pollution on donkeys, people and the environment in Kenya.
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https://www.tuinbranche.nl/nieuwsberichten/verbod-microplastics-op-kerstdecoratie-van-de-baan
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https://www.kgw.com/article/tech/science/climate-change/clothes-microplastics-earth-day-bill-proposal-oregon/283-1674cfda-54ed-4162-b55f-d888fe3c43de
Oregon Sen. Deb Patterson proposed a bill this year requiring microfiber filters on new washers sold in the state to capture microplastics.
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https://www.ghd.com/en/insights/understanding-microplastics---a-simple-guide-to-a-complex-problem
Microplastics persist in nature, breaking down into particles that are easily ingested and hard to trace. They release toxic additives and transport pollutants...
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https://www.bbva.com/en/sustainability/ismael-olmedo-our-technology-doesnt-just-capture-microplastics-but-also-offers-a-solutions-for-the-protection-of-human-health-and-the-defense-of-the-environment/
Mar 28, 2025 - We spoke with Captoplastic to learn how his technology can cleanse ecosystems of these tiny pollutants and protect the environment.
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https://www.vox.com/climate/475004/microplastics-research-false-positives-guardian-science
Jan 13, 2026 - Studies claiming to have revealed microplastics in the body have been widely covered, but the health damage potentially caused by microplastics and the...
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https://futurism.com/health-medicine/microplastics-degrading-bones
Oct 5, 2025 - New research suggests that microplastics are inhibiting the ability of yours bones to properly grow and regenerate.
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https://news.ucr.edu/articles/2025/11/18/microplastics-hit-male-arteries-hard
UC Riverside-led mouse study finds link between microplastic exposure and atherosclerosis
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https://beyond.ubc.ca/push-forward-with-ubc-tackling-microplastics/
Nov 14, 2025 - The University of British Columbia is finding nature-based solutions to material problems.
pushforwardubcmicroplasticsbeyond
https://bevi.co/blog/the-harsh-truth-about-microplastics/
Nov 18, 2025 - Microplastics are everywhere—our water, food, and air. Explore shocking microplastics statistics and their impact on health and the environment.
microplasticsstatisticsharshtruthbevi
https://www.drinkaquagear.com/
Aquagear makes water filters that remove up to 99.9% of PFAS, microplastics, lead and other heavy metals, chlorine, VOCs, and pharmaceuticals. Lifetime...
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https://azpbs.org/horizon/2025/12/climate-change-accelerates-the-threat-of-microplastics/
Jan 6, 2026 - Microplastics are an environmental and health threat, and as we experience increasingly extreme weather, they pose a new threat.
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https://www.eatingwell.com/plastic-kitchen-tools-to-replace-amazon-11857863
Studies have found microplastics in humans. If you want to lessen the impact, try these kitchen swaps, from $7 at Amazon.
sureavoidmicroplasticstryswaps
https://www.audi-mediacenter.com/en/press-releases/success-against-microplastics-urbanfilter-doubles-the-amount-of-solids-and-plastic-particles-collected-in-real-world-operations-16910
After 127 days of test operations on Frederiksberg Allé in Copenhagen, the results for URBANFILTER are very positive. A customized version of the filter...
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https://www.businessinsider.com/microplastics-penises-testicles-male-fertility-plastic-health-environment-2024-7
Jul 11, 2024 - Microplastics have infiltrated our bodies, including the brain, blood, organs, and even penises. What are the health risks, and how can we avoid them?
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https://ecocycle.org/resources/white-paper-microplastics-in-compost-the-environmental-hazards-inherent-in-the-composting-of-plastic-coated-paper-products/
Mar 3, 2023 - Plastic-coated paper products collected by many composting programs produce both macro and micro-fragments of non-biodegradable plastic, which then contaminate...
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https://www.earthday.org/microplastics-linked-to-an-uptick-in-antibiotic-resistance/
Feb 21, 2025 - Discover the alarming link between antibiotic resistance and microplastic pollution. Learn how microplastics impact health and environment.
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https://www.parents.com/microplastics-in-ovaries-implications-for-fertility-11720457
A new study found microplastics in human ovaries. Experts discuss the significance, and what, if anything, you can do to limit their exposure.
microplasticsfertility
https://www.sciencealert.com/microplastics-from-synthetic-clothes-are-polluting-land-even-more-than-water
Sep 20, 2020 - Human-made plastic isn't just flooding the world's oceans, it's also piling up on the land and in the soil.
washingsyntheticclothesspreadsmicroplastics
https://www.vox.com/health/475307/plastic-microplastics-waste-human-effects-guardian
Jan 15, 2026 - A new Guardian report challenged the science that showed microplastics are all over the human body. But the story isn’t finished yet.
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https://www.eatingwell.com/common-products-sources-of-microplastics-11863406
Experts weigh in on microplastics in food and daily products—plus easy swaps to reduce your exposure.
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https://arctic-council.org/projects/arctic-marine-microplastics-and-litter/
Development of a monitoring plan for microplastics and litter in Arctic waters.
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https://www.ewg.org/news-insights/news/2025/12/does-your-laundry-shed-microplastics
Discover how your laundry contributes to microplastic pollution and learn how to reduce exposure. EWG provides insights on environmental impacts and consumer...
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https://www.earth.com/news/scientists-find-microplastics-in-human-bones-that-are-weakening-our-skeletons/
Sep 21, 2025 - Scientists reveal microplastics in bones, showing hidden risks for skeletal strength, aging, and fracture vulnerability.
microplasticsfoundhumanbonesweakening
https://www.thecooldown.com/green-tech/anthocyanins-microplastics-reproductive-health/
Mar 14, 2025 - A new study found that anthocyanins, a type of antioxidant widely found in nuts, fruits, flowers, and vegetables, can actually counteract some of the dangerous...
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https://www.wired.com/story/how-often-should-you-vacuum/
Sep 4, 2025 - Carpet and indoor dust can harbor much worse than just pet hair and dirt. Luckily, there’s a simple solution: vacuum more often.
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https://mdlifespan.com/news/microplastics-in-the-brain/
Jul 10, 2025 - A new Nature Medicine study reveals microplastics now accumulate in human brain tissue—especially in dementia cases. Discover what this means and how...
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https://www.sciencealert.com/theres-a-surprisingly-easy-way-to-remove-microplastics-in-drinking-water
Dec 29, 2025 - Tiny fragments of plastic are making their way deep inside our bodies in concerning quantities, particularly through our food and drink.
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https://www.firstpost.com/health/plastic-bottles-heres-why-you-should-ditch-them-13964089.html
Dec 30, 2025 - People who drink bottled water every day ingest 90,000 more microplastic particles per year than people who drink tap water, according to a new study. Lead...
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https://schmidtocean.org/cruise/microplastics-of-the-alaskan-gulf/
Jun 28, 2017 - R/V Falkor travels from Oregon up to the Alaskan Gulf on an expedition to better characterize organisms in the Abyssal Plain region and determine the extent...
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https://health.yahoo.com/wellness/nutrition/healthy-eating/article/best-nontoxic-tea-infusers-152414548.html
Nov 4, 2025 - Some commercially available tea bags contain high levels of microplastics. Here's what researchers say you should know, and options for brewing a safer...
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https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/what-do-we-know-about-microplastics-in-food?utm_source=ReadNext
Feb 18, 2022 - How harmful are microplastics in food, and what can we do to mitigate the health risks? In this Honest Nutrition feature, Medical News Today investigates.
health risksmicroplasticsfoodsolutions
https://www.nsf.gov/news/researchers-discover-microplastics-all-ocean-depths
Researchers with support from the U.S. National Science Foundation published a global benchmark of microplastic distribution in the ocean, revealing thousands...
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https://ecocycle.org/our-programs/reducing-plastics/microplastics/
Mar 28, 2023 - Why tiny plastics cause big problems and what you can do.
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https://www.the-independent.com/tech/plastic-dissolves-no-microplastics-japan-b2886293.html
Dec 17, 2025 - Made from plant cellulose, the new plastic is as strong as conventional petroleum-based plastics
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https://www.onegreenplanet.org/environment/microplastics-are-in-our-food-chain-and-they-are-here-to-stay/
Aug 5, 2025 - Microplastics have invaded soils, food, and even human bodies, showing how plastic pollution spirals through every ecosystem.
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https://www.plasticsengineering.org/2025/08/microplastics-and-nanoplastics-what-science-tells-us-about-their-effects-009566/
Aug 13, 2025 - Microplastics and nanoplastics are widespread; current studies explore their sources, impacts, and engineering solutions for sustainability.
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https://www.technologyreview.com/2023/06/02/1073822/microplastics-immune-systems/
Jun 1, 2023 - Tiny particles of plastic turn up in our drinking water, blood and even regions of the Earth thought to be pristine—so it’s vital we learn what they’re...
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https://theweek.com/health/how-worried-should-we-be-about-microplastics-in-our-brains
Average human brain contains enough plastic fragments to make a spoon
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https://www.gq.com/story/microplastics-in-food
Jun 4, 2024 - Microplastics are so prevalent in our environment that they’re almost impossible to avoid. How big of a problem is that?
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https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/facts/microplastics.html
Microplastics are small plastic pieces less than five millimeters long which can be harmful to our ocean and aquatic life.
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https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2026/01/scary-research-findings-microplastics-human-health-flawed/
Legit challenges to sloppy work are a part of science the plastics industry can easily weaponize.
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https://www.verywellhealth.com/microplastics-in-glass-bottles-study-11762270
A new study out of France found microplastics in glass bottles, likely due to the caps.
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https://www.foodandwine.com/microplastics-news-2025-11869312
From takeout containers and tea bags to bottled water, gum, and even cheese, these were the most-read microplastic stories of 2025. Here’s what scientists...
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https://www.japan.go.jp/kizuna/2025/05/technology_remove_microplastics.html
A device installed on cargo ships can trap and collect microplastics while in transit, helping remove these damaging particles from the ocean.
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https://www.foodandwine.com/cuisinart-soho-electric-kettle-microplastics-in-water-amazon-11805905
The Cuisinart electric kettle helps to reduce microplastics in drinking water in our kitchens. This easy-to-use kitchen gadget features a stainless steel...
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https://futurism.com/science-energy/microplastics-studies-human-body-error
Jan 17, 2026 - Some scientists are coming out against the studies that claimed to have found alarming amounts of microplastics in human bodies.
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https://www.forbesafrica.com/cover-story/2025/11/04/the-menace-of-microplastics-africas-pervasive-hidden-threat-and-what-it-means-for-the-present
Nov 4, 2025 - It’s in your food, your tea, your blood—and possibly even your liver and brain. It’s inside us, and around us, and it’s alarming. Like the rest of the...
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