Plastics in Our Body & Health Implications

Growing Evidence Links Bodily Plastics to Disease Accumulating research confirms what we have suspected for a long time – plastic particles and the chemicals they contain are not merely environmental pollutants but have found their way into the human body, where they are increasingly being linked to a range of adverse health effects and diseases. …

Microplastics Found in Human Brains — And They’re Increasing Over Time

We all know plastic is everywhere. It’s in our oceans, our food, even in the air. But now, a new study has shown it’s also in our brains. A team of scientists from the University of New Mexico and other institutions analyzed human organs — specifically, the brain, liver, and kidneys — from people who …

Classification of Chemicals Associated with Plastics

How Are Chemicals That Are Associated with Plastics Classified? There are various levels of classification and different entities that assign labels to chemicals. We often hear that a particular chemical is “classified as an endocrine disruptor” by “xyz” entity, but without proper context these statements can be misleading. This guide will provide you with context …

The Worst Types of Plastic for The Environment

What are the worst types of plastic for the environment? The worst types of plastic for the environment are those that cause the most degradation to natural resources, ecosystems, and organisms. This degradation can come in many forms such as: Plastics with these characteristics are the most threatening: The environmental impact of different types of …