Why "plant-based" isn't always free of microplastics
The logic is simple: if plastic is the problem, then anything labeled "bio," "plant-based," or "biodegradable" must be the solution, right? Not quite. As the world races to find alternatives...
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Microplastics in the water we drink, and what science is doing to change thingsMicroplastics in the water we drink, and what science is doing to change things
For decades, we’ve treated microplastics as a distant environmental crisis. Today, we know it’s a deeply personal one. These microscopic fragments have been found in 83% of tap water samples...
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Are microplastics fueling autoimmune diseases?
Are microplastics fueling autoimmune diseases?
Plastics are everywhere. Over time, they break down into microscopic fragments less than five millimeters across, known as microplastics and nanoplastics. Once thought to be strictly an environmental crisis, medical...
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Potential link between microplastics and cardiovascular disease.
Potential link between microplastics and cardiovascular disease.
Can microplastics increase the risk of heart disease? Recent research has raised serious concerns about the potential link between microplastics and cardiovascular disease. A landmark study published in the New...
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How microplastics may affect your mental health: What research is starting to reveal
How microplastics may affect your mental health: What research is starting to reveal
In recent years, microplastics have gone from an environmental issue to a deeply personal one. Emerging research suggests something even more unsettling: microplastics may be affecting our mental health. The surprising...
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Microplastics in the human brain: What new research revealsMicroplastics in the human brain: What new research reveals
Microplastics have long been considered an environmental problem. But recent research suggests something far more unsettling: these particles may be accumulating inside the human brain. A 2026 study published in...
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How much microplastic do other paper cups really release?How much microplastic do other paper cups really release?
Paper cups are often seen as a sustainable alternative to plastic, but most people don’t realize they actually contain plastic. A thin inner lining (usually polyethylene) is added to prevent...
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Are we really eating a credit card every week?
Are we really eating a credit card every week?
It sounds unbelievable, almost like a headline designed to shock rather than inform. But research suggests that the average human are ingesting the equivalent of a credit card’s worth of...
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Your daily cup of tea might contain billions of plastic particles
Your daily cup of tea might contain billions of plastic particles
For many people, drinking tea is a comforting daily ritual. Whether it’s a morning wake-up cup or an evening moment of relaxation, tea is often seen as one of the...
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Nanoplastics and Plastic Packaging: New Research Raises Health Questions
Nanoplastics and Plastic Packaging: New Research Raises Health Questions
Plastic packaging is everywhere from food containers and beverage bottles to product wrapping. While plastics have made modern life more convenient, new research on nanoplastics is raising serious questions about...
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Grale debuts at the World Cup with microplastic-free waste bags
Grale debuts at the World Cup with microplastic-free waste bags
During the Alpine Ski World Cup in Åre, on March 13–15, organizers are taking a concrete step toward more sustainable waste management. In collaboration with the Swedish innovation company Grale,...
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Scientists can now track microplastics inside the body in real time
Scientists can now track microplastics inside the body in real time
Microplastics have become a growing environmental and public health concern. These particles are now found in air, water, soil, and many everyday products, and exposure occurs through food, drinking water, and...
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As Stockholm sorts more waste, let’s not create more plastic
As Stockholm sorts more waste, let’s not create more plastic
Stockholm is preparing for a major shift in how waste is managed. By January 1, 2027, households will be able to sort packaging waste directly at their property. Plastic, paper,...
