Microplastics and Maternal Health

This chapter discusses the troubling presence of microplastics in rainwater and their implications for health, alongside a study linking diet sodas containing aspartame to increased autism rates in boys. The hosts raise concerns about the safety of artificial sweeteners like aspartame, scrutinizing its controversial history and the ethical dilemmas surrounding animal testing in research. The chapter also reflects on the complexities of cultural practices regarding the consumption of marine animals, juxtaposing indigenous food traditions against modern societal norms.