Plastic-contaminated soils affect food security, water quality and ecosystems, making soil health a critical global issue.

They are found in the air, soil, food and water, drink and food containers and the body. People are ... the extent of human health impacts due to microplastic exposure is of great concern.' ...

Tea bags can be filled with plastics, but a safer alternative could be loose tea leaves. Many companies these days offer ...

A new review of roughly 3,000 studies has found that microplastics could be to blame for contributing to air pollution ... The study, Effects of Microplastic Exposure on Human Digestive ...

Cellulose teabags, often perceived as a more natural option, were not exempt from contributing to microplastic pollution ... the body, raising concerns about their potential health effects.

A new metadata analysis into the presence of microplastic ... human tissues, despite the need for reliable data to assess the risks and to devise responses. In a new study, researchers examined 61 ...

Uncover the terrifying truth about microplastics in tea bags and learn how to protect yourself from this invisible health threat.

While completely avoiding microplastics is unrealistic in modern society, experts shared with Newsweek practical steps you can take to minimize your exposure.

Microplastics fill the air, water, and our bodies — but experts are still learning more about the particles’ effects on humans ...

So by becoming aware of our effects ... plastic pollution and make a difference," explained Ashley Gonzalez, volunteer with ASEZ WAO. The group said addressing solving plastic and microplastic ...