Gut Microbiome Disruption from Microplastics
When you think about microplastic pollution and your health, it’s key to know about the gut microbiome. This part of your body is vital for your well-being. Microplastic pollution can harm this balance1. The gut microbiota is mostly made up of bacteria from the Firmicutes and Bacteroidetes phyla. Other important bacteria include Actinobacteria and Proteobacteria1. […]
New Research Reveals Plastic Particles in Human Breastmilk
Recent studies have found that microplastics are in 75% of breast milk samples1. This is a worrying trend for plastic particles in human breast milk. These microplastics include polyethylene, PVC, and polypropylene1. This raises health concerns for babies who drink breast milk with these particles. You can track your exposure to microplastics with the Bye […]