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Microplastics: How Worried Should You Be?
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Microplastics and Health Risks
This chapter explores the troubling presence of microplastics in humans and their potential link to severe health risks, including cardiovascular disease. It examines a significant study revealing that over half of patients undergoing arterial plaque removal had microplastics in their plaques, with higher levels correlating to increased risks of heart attacks and strokes. The discussion further investigates the role of endocrine disruptors in the obesity epidemic, highlighting how chemical exposure from plastics may contribute to obesity and fat accumulation.
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