A new review from researchers at Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University found that microplastics, plastic ...

Researchers found that natural polymers from these vegetables latch onto microplastics in water, forming bigger clumps that ...

Medically reviewed by Jonathan Purtell, RDN Microplastics are almost in everything we consume, including water. It's hard to ...

We all know that staying hydrated is essential for our health, but what if the water we drink contains tiny pieces of plastic? Recent studies have revealed that microplastics are present in drinking ...

Some brands of bottled water contain significantly higher levels of microplastics than tap water, according to new research ...

Microplastics are found in surprising items, from paper cups to toothpaste. While the health risks remain debated, experts suggest ways to limit your exposure. Choosing glass, stainless steel and ...

Microplastics have also been found in drinking water, salt, rice, honey and powdered supplements. They leach from teabags and ...

Microplastics are all around us all the time. From kitchen tools to food storage, microplastics have infected our world. This means that each day, you're probably ingesting thousands of tiny plastic ...

Taylor Leamey writes about all things wellness, specializing in mental health, sleep and nutrition coverage. She has invested hundreds of hours into studying and researching sleep and holds a ...

The term microplastic first appeared in a 1968 report published by the US Air Force Materials Laboratory. In the report, the ...

The atmosphere is an important transport medium that carries microplastics to even the most remote parts of the world. These microplastics can be inhaled and pose a health risk to humans and animals.

Research shows that nearly 40% of cancers are preventable, with smoking and alcohol listed as leading causes. Microplastics were noticeably absent.