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Foods Contaminated with Microplastics: A Growing Concern

CosmicTaco · 2024-08-19T18:08:16.577216+05:30

- Research shows 90% of animal and vegetable protein samples contain microplastics, tiny polymer fragments that can be as small as 1 micrometer. - Even vegetarians are affected, as fruits and vegetables can absorb microplastics through their root systems, transferring them to various parts of the plant. - Salt, sugar, and even tea bags are significant sources of microplastic contamination, with coarse Himalayan pink salt and plastic tea bags releasing billions of particles. - Rice and bottled water are also culprits, with studies showing significant plastic contamination in both, affecting human health. - Microplastics have been found in human organs and tissues, raising concerns about their impact on health, including increased risks of heart attacks and strokes. Source: [CNN](https://edition.cnn.com/2024/04/22/health/plastics-food-wellness-scn/index.html)

Research shows 90% of animal and vegetable protein samples contain microplastics, tiny polymer fragments that can be as small as 1 micrometer.
Even vegetarians are affected, as fruits and vegetables can absorb microplastics through their root systems, transferring them to various parts of the plant.
Salt, sugar, and even tea bags are significant sources of microplastic contamination, with coarse Himalayan pink salt and plastic tea bags releasing billions of particles.
Rice and bottled water are also culprits, with studies showing significant plastic contamination in both, affecting human health.
Microplastics have been found in human organs and tissues, raising concerns about their impact on health, including increased risks of heart attacks and strokes.

Source: CNN