Plastics in the Body: Understanding the Risks and How to Reduce Exposure

Plastics in the body: A woman places a recyclable bottle in a box

The convenience of plastic comes at a cost, especially in the form of microplastics—tiny fragments that infiltrate our food, air, and water. These plastics in the body pose significant health risks. They absorb environmental toxins and enter the food chain, leading to inflammation, oxidative stress, and chronic conditions like cardiovascular diseases and cancer. Older adults […]