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#095 What Microplastics Are Doing to Your Brain, Body, and Reproductive Systems

Sep 19, 2024
Microplastics are now found in breast milk, our bloodstream, and even our brains, raising alarming health concerns. Everyday habits mean we ingest plastic equivalent to a credit card weekly. The podcast discusses how these particles affect brain development, reproductive health, and even link to cancer risks. It highlights the penetration of harmful chemicals through the blood-brain barrier and into major organs. Practical strategies to reduce exposure and improve water safety are also shared, urging listeners to reconsider their daily choices.
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  • Microplastics are alarmingly present in our bodies, with brain samples showing an average of 0.5% plastic by weight.
  • Consumption of microplastics is primarily through contaminated food and water, with bottled water showing higher levels than tap water.

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The Ubiquity of Microplastics in Our Bodies

Every week, individuals unknowingly consume the equivalent of an entire credit card in plastic, with microplastics infiltrating various aspects of daily life. The primary routes of exposure include oral ingestion from contaminated food and water, as well as inhalation of airborne microplastic particles. Studies indicate that these particles accumulate in organs such as the lungs, liver, and brain, raising alarming health concerns. For instance, human brain samples were found to contain an average of 0.5% plastic by weight, highlighting the pervasive nature of microplastics in our biology.

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