Spotlight on Microplastics, Chemical Additives and Weight Gain

Exposure to microplastics and plastic chemical additives in cosmetics, food and clothes have been linked to an increased risk for obesity by affecting metabolism and promoting the growth of fat cells.

Microplastics Uncovered in Human Lung Tissue

Microplastics from clothing, packaging and bottles discovered in human lung tissue.

Microplastics from Food Containers Discovered in Human Blood

A new study has found microplastics in human blood for the first time. The discovery shows the particles can travel around the body and may lodge in organs. Microplastics enter the body from food and drink containers.

Plastics in Poo: Babies have More than Adults, say scientists

The results of a new study have revealed that infants have higher amounts of one type of microplastic in their stool than adults.

Baby Bottles Leaching Microplastics

The results of new scientific lab testing reveal that high levels of microplastic particles are released from baby bottles during formula preparation. That means that infants may ingest unwanted microplastics along with their formula.

Your food and bottled water contain tens of thousands of micro-plastic bits: New study

According to the results of a new scientific study, micro-plastics are pervasive in your food and drink and the average American consumes more than 70,000 particles of “microplastics” every year — and that’s likely an underestimation, say the scientists heading up the research.