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Every single human tested in a recent study had microplastics in their semen—100% And they're not just inert particles—they interfere with hormones by binding to estrogen and androgen receptors, with chemicals like BPA directly linked to lower testosterone The result? Disrupted sperm structure, reduced motility, and a direct hit... show more

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harryr331 year ago

Any canned foods? Tuna? Sardines? Tinned tomatoes? Is food industry researching an alternative solution to whatever problem the plastic lining seeks to resolve? A non leeching plastic? Or a canning process that never brings hot food in contact with the lining? Plastic is used as convenient wrapper for cheese, meats, leftovers to stick in fridge. Pretty universal.

FoundMyFitness Clips1 year ago

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Anthony Hannides1 year ago

This is so crazy 🤯

Aric Jiang1 year ago

We need to start creating businesses that can offer alternatives.

Wuhan the Merchant Will 🥸☕️☢️1 year ago

@Re_Learn1618

gregkero1 year ago

How much variance? How many at harmful level? How do you define harmful? Thanks

moTT The HeupeL1 year ago

We called em Rubbers in the day for a reason 🤣

Jim Madden1 year ago

Should the opening line read ‘Every single man tested in a recent study had micro plastics in their semen ——100%’ ?Just asking for a friend.🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

Jim Rampley1 year ago

wow

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Microplastics are infiltrating our bodies - they are embedded in arterial walls and raise the risk of heart attack or stroke by 4.5x within three years. Microplastics trigger chronic inflammation and carry harmful chemicals like BPA and phthalates, which impair endothelial function and promote atherosclerosis. Emerging research suggests microplastics may also interfere with mitochondrial function and disrupt lipid metabolism, compounding cardiovascular risks. While we can’t eliminate exposure entirely, there are meaningful ways to reduce it: • Use high-quality water filters (like reverse osmosis systems). • Reduce use of plastic bottles, food packaging, and single-use plastics. • Don’t heat food in plastic containers or use to-go coffee cups lined with plastic. • Consider alternatives like glass, stainless steel, or ceramic for food and beverage storage. Small changes add up. For more on how microplastics insidiously affect our health, check out episode 95 of the FMF podcast. Available wherever you consume podcasts.

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