Since their introduction in the 1950s, plastics have infiltrated numerous facets of life, yet the consequences are only beginning to be understood. Microplastics—pieces smaller than 5 millimeters—are now ubiquitous, discovered in food, air, and even human organs like the placenta, brain, and liver. Research suggests a shocking annual consumption of microplastics, potentially leading to serious health risks, including a significantly elevated risk of cardiovascular events among those with microplastics in arterial plaque. While complete avoidance is impossible, changes in behavior can help mitigate exposure and protect personal health.
Researchers are finding microplastics in food, soil, water, and air. Recent studies estimate we consume between 74,000 and 121,000 particles annually, significantly increasing health risks.
A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that people with microplastics in their arterial plaque face a 450% higher risk of serious cardiovascular events.
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