human health

Microplastics found in every human semen sample tested in study

Microplastics found in every human semen sample tested in a study? Well, that’s certainly not the headline I expected to see today. The idea that tiny plastic particles are present in every individual’s semen is both alarming and bizarre. It makes me wonder – what have we done to our planet, and in turn, ourselves?

Upon reflection, it’s quite comical in a dark, ironic way that we were once concerned about swallowing chewing gum and now find out that we’re expelling microplastics every time we ejaculate. It’s a strange realization, isn’t it? We live in a world where plastic is so ubiquitous that it’s not just in our environment, but inside our bodies too.… Continue reading

Microplastics found in every human placenta tested in study

It’s truly alarming to hear that every human placenta tested in a recent study was found to contain microplastics. The fact that we are surrounded by these tiny plastic particles, from plastic toys to dish sponges and even the very air we breathe, is deeply concerning. It’s disheartening to think about how pervasive plastic has become in our daily lives, from the building materials in our homes to the packaging on our food and products. The convenience of plastic has come at a great cost to our health and the health of the planet.

The widespread presence of microplastics in our bodies raises many questions about the potential health risks associated with them.… Continue reading