Scientists Discover Alarming Levels of Microplastics in Human Brains
- Researchers have found that a shocking amount of microplastics are ending up in our brains, with all 91 brain samples examined containing microplastics. - The brain samples contained ten to 20 times more microplastics than liver and kidney samples, making human grey matter a major dumping ground for these tiny particulates. - Some brain samples measured an average of 0.5 percent plastic by weight, with higher concentrations found in individuals who had died of dementia, including Alzheimer's. - Microplastics have already been found in various body parts, including testicles, penises, semen, arteries, hearts, lungs, and bone marrow, raising concerns about their impact on health. - Scientists are calling for urgent action to address plastic pollution, with experts declaring it imperative to declare a global emergency. Source: [Futurism]()
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