Iron Culture presented by MASS Ep 334 - Microplastics: Setting the Record Straight
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Jul 2, 2025 The hosts tackle updates on microplastics, debunking myths while highlighting consumer safety through beverage packaging. Celebrating the 100th issue, they also explore tasty meat alternatives like plant-based chicken and discuss the importance of personalized dietary choices. The limitations of BMI are critiqued, alongside insights into individual training responses and the effectiveness of supplements. Join them for a blend of science, humor, and fitness wisdom!
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Wooden Cutting Board Anecdote
- Eric Helms received a handmade wooden cutting board and a critical note about microplastics from a university art faculty colleague.
- The note included an abstract disputing his previous comments and a gift as a gesture of engagement and correction.
Microplastic Exposure Surprises
- Intuition about plastic bottles causing more microplastic exposure than glass or aluminum can be wrong according to recent studies.
- Glass bottles and aluminum cans sometimes have higher microplastic contamination due to plastic linings and cap scratches.
Flexible Approaches to Supersets
- Both straight antagonist supersets and alternating sets with rest in between are viable workout strategies.
- Auto-regulate rest periods to avoid cardiovascular fatigue and maintain quality of training.