5min chapter

Plain English with Derek Thompson cover image

Microplastics Are Everywhere. How Dangerous Are They?

Plain English with Derek Thompson

CHAPTER

The Hidden Threat of Microplastics

This chapter examines the alarming findings linking microplastics and their chemical additives to significant human health issues, particularly cardiovascular diseases. It discusses the presence of microplastics in food, the impending legal actions against harmful manufacturers, and calls for both personal and governmental actions to reduce exposure.

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