Plastic additives found in 85% of foods raise concern for infant health

Plastic additives found in 85% of foods raise concern for infant health

Researchers assessed plasticizer levels in foods typical of the Spanish diet and found widespread contamination, with infants showing the highest exposure. Certain additives, like DEHP, exceeded safety thresholds in high-exposure scenarios.

Scientists Find Microplastics in Ovarian Follicular Fluid for the First Time

Microplastics have been found in human brains, placentas, testicular tissues, lungs and blood. Now, in a new study, scientists have identified microplastic particles in human ovarian follicular fluid for the first time, prompting concerns over how these pollutants could impact reproductive health. The study, published in the journal Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, found microplastics in follicular fluid in 14 of 18 samples from people ta…

Despite advances in wastewater treatment, tiny plastic particles called microplastics still slide, posing potential risks to health and the environment, according to new research from the University of Texas in Arlington. Because plastic is inexpensive to produce but lightweight and robust, manufacturers have found it ideal for [...]

New research continues to raise concerns about the impact of microplastics on fertility.

A new American study points to a possible link between exposure to microplastics and certain chronic diseases such as hypertension or diabetes. What if these tiny particles become the new undesirable guest of our daily life?