Microplastics Detected in Unexpected Places: Urgent Implications for Public Health
Recent research continues to reveal the alarming presence of microplastics in various organs of the human body. Studies have identified these tiny plastic particles in critical areas such as the liver, kidneys, lungs, and gastrointestinal tract. Most concerning is their detection in human breast milk and blood. In a groundbreaking finding last week, microplastics were discovered in the olfactory bulb of eight individuals, a crucial structure in the brain responsible for the sense of smell.
These microplastics, measuring less than five millimeters, can easily enter the human body through contaminated food, water, and air, raising significant concerns about their long-term impact on health.
