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The scoop: Microplastics can be found in every crevice of the Earth. As they become more prevalent, they are more likely to impact human health.
Top ways to avoid microplastics:
- Filtered tap water > bottled water.
- Shellfish = microplastic.
- Eat more fresh food, less takeout.
Zoom out: As the global production of plastic goes up, there will be more plastic to deal with. Research on the impact of microplastics on human health is still developing. Better to be safe than sorry.
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