In the study, published in the peer-reviewed journal Environmental International and first reported by The Guardian, scientists found plastic particles in the blood of almost 80% of people tested from samples collected in The Netherlands.
, scientists found plastic particles in the blood of almost 80% of people tested from samples collected in The Netherlands.
Researchers tracing the plastic types found in the blood samples determined the most likely sources for the plastic were drink bottles, food packaging and plastic bags. The findings, however, still require more study. The study also showed that the particles can travel around the body and potentially get stuck in organs.
It is not yet known what this means in terms of health. However, researchers are concerned since microplastics cause
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