Summary:
- Microplastics, tiny pieces of plastic less than 5 millimeters in size, are increasingly being found in our food and drinking water.
- These microplastics can come from a variety of sources, including the breakdown of larger plastic items, synthetic clothing, and even the air we breathe.
- Consuming microplastics can have negative effects on human health, including potential impacts on the immune system, hormones, and even the development of certain diseases.