Ordinary Vegan Podcast

Without our knowledge, microplastics have invaded our bodies, and at an alarming rate. In a new study published in Nature Medicine, researchers reported that plastic concentrations in the brain have increased by 50% over the past eight years. These microplastics have not only invaded our brains, but they have also lodged themselves throughout the entire human body. The head toxicologist Dr. Matthew Campen, said "The findings should trigger alarm." Although we don't know all the impacts of microplastics, we do know this. Microplastics in the body can cause inflammation. The chemicals that make up microplastics, act as endocrine disrupters. Endocrine disrupters are chemicals that can interfere with the body's hormone system. They can mimic hormones, block their action, and disrupt their production. This can impact growth, development, reproduction, and other bodily functions.  Another alarming statistic is that people with Alzheimer's have three times the amount of microplastics in their brains. Leading to stud