Microplastics found in human brains
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Recent research highlights the growing concern of microplastics infiltrating the human body, with alarming evidence that tiny plastic particles are now being detected in brain tissue at higher levels than previously observed. These microscopic shards, often from everyday items like packaging and synthetic fabrics, are small enough to bypass the body's defenses. Researchers are investigating the potential health risks, including inflammation and neurological damage, highlighting the urgent need for further research on the effects of microplastics on brain health.
Source
Campen M, Nihart A, Garcia M, Liu R, Olewine M, Castillo E, Bleske B, Scott J, Howard T, Gonzalez-Estrella J, Adolphi N, Gallego D, Hayek EE. Bioaccumulation of Microplastics in Decedent Human Brains Assessed by Pyrolysis Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry. Res Sq [Preprint]. 2024 May 6:rs.3.rs-4345687. doi: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-4345687/v1. PMID: 38765967; PMCID: PMC11100893.
Additional Reading
https://www.cnn.com/2024/08/23/health/plastics-in-brain-wellness/index.html
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/article/2024/aug/21/microplastics-brain-pollution-health
https://www.cnn.com/2024/09/16/health/food-packaging-chemical-toxins-study-wellness/index.html