Microplastics are everywhere -- in the air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we eat and the homes we live in. Alarming research has shown their presence in human blood, saliva and vital organs like the liver, kidneys and placenta. Recently, they've even been found in the brain.
A recent study published in Nature Medicine and reported by CNN found significantly higher concentrations of microplastics in cadaver brain samples compared to liver and kidney tissues. Even more concerning, brain tissue from dementia patients in the study showed up to 10 times more microplastic buildup than tissue from healthy brains -- underscoring just how deeply these particles can embed themselves in our bodies.
The good news is you can take steps to minimize your microplastic intake. Before you cook your next meal, let's head to the kitchen and see which items among your food and cookware may be secretly hiding microplastics.