Microplastic Sources
Microplastics in organic foods
Organic food is often seen as cleaner, safer, and less contaminated by toxic chemicals than mass produced food. This view focuses on pesticide use, synthetic…
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The Deplasto Blog
Research-backed insights on microplastics, health, and what you can do about it.
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What are microplastics?
Microplastics are classified as primary or secondary microplastics.Â
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Are babies exposed to microplastics?
The answer, backed by mounting scientific evidence, is yes. Microplastics have been detected not just in babies’ environments, but in their food and their toys.…
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Are microplastics digestible?
So, what happens after we eat, drink, or breathe in microplastics? Are microplastics digestible?
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Are There Microplastics In Your Balls?
Scientists have detected microplastics in testicles
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How does microplastic size influence toxicity and effects?
Not all microplastics are equal. Sometimes, the smaller they are, the more dangerous they become, and scientific research supports this.Â
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Microplastics in The Liver – Their Concerning Impact
Instead of clearing microplastics from the body, early scientific studies suggest that the liver often becomes a storage site. Even worse, the interaction between microplastics…
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Are there microplastics in toothbrushes?
Microplastics are deliberately incorporated into toothpaste formulations. These particles, called primary microplastics, are manufactured at small sizes for industrial purposes [1][2]. They serve as abrasives…
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Are microplastics in the air?
Airborne microplastics have been detected in urban centers, rural towns, remote mountain ranges, and even in marine air samples. These microplastic particles are incredibly small,…
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How Are Microplastics Stored In The Body?
Where Microplastics Go After They Enter Our Bodies
Microplastic Effects on Bodily Systems
Are microplastics a problem?
Microplastics are a growing biological threat. This brief article highlights some of the problems posed by microplastics.Â
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Do Microplastics Stunt Growth?
Microplastics have been found in placentas, umbilical cord blood, and even fetal tissues. This means they are capable of crossing the placental barrier, which is…