Plastic’s Toll on DNA: Understanding Oxidative Damage

Plastic-related oxidative DNA damage

Every day, you face plastic-related oxidative DNA damage. This is a big worry for your health and the planet. Microplastics cause problems like lipid peroxidation, DNA damage, and more1. Plastic pollution is getting worse, with plastics production set to quadruple by 20502. It’s key to know how plastics harm us. Microplastics are tiny, from 0.1 […]

Cellular Damage from Plastic Nanoparticles: What You Need to Know

Cellular damage from plastic nanoparticles

You face risks from plastic nanoparticles every day. It’s key to know how they can harm you. These tiny plastics can cause serious health issues1. Nanoplastics are tiny pieces of plastic, from 1 nm to 1 μm. They pose dangers to our environment and health2. Plastic production is set to grow four times by 20503. […]

Explore the Link Between Plastic and DNA Damage

Plastic-induced DNA damage

Understanding the link between plastic and DNA damage is key to knowing how plastics affect our health. Research shows that plastics can harm our DNA and even cause infertility in women. This is why it’s vital to reduce our plastic use and protect our genetic health. Using tools like the Bye Microplastics AI mobile app […]

Microplastics Disrupt Gut Microbiome: What You Need to Know

Microplastics and inflammatory bowel disease

Every day, you might not think about the risks of microplastics and their impact on your health1. These tiny plastics can get into human cells and move from the gut to the bloodstream. This is a big worry for those with inflammatory bowel disease1. Studies show that microplastics can harm gut function and immunity, posing […]