Report warns: Do not make this mistake with ready meals
A report by Greenpeace highlights the risks of microplastics and toxic chemicals leaching from plastic-packaged ready meals when heated in microwaves or ovens.
Greenpeace: SOS for health from microplastics and toxic substances in ready meals
Greenpeace's latest research reveals that heating ready meals in plastic containers can release harmful microplastics and toxic chemicals into food.
Report: Micromaterials and poisons in ready meals
A new Greenpeace report reveals that heating plastic-packaged ready meals in microwaves or ovens can release thousands of microplastics and toxic chemicals into food.
Professor Kim Hyung-min's Research Team Develops Real-Time Capture and Analysis Technology for Underwater Micro and Nano Plastics
A research team led by Professor Kim Hyung-min at Kookmin University has developed an innovative technology that captures and analyzes micro and nano plastics in real time within water bodies.
The Baltic Sea โ between plastic and drugs: the diagnosis is not deadly, but monitoring is necessary
The article discusses pollution in the Baltic Sea, focusing on the necessity of continuous monitoring and the challenges of measuring invisible pollutants at microscopic levels.
Organism the size of a grain of rice exposes the planet's crisis: plastic in the intestines of the 'toughest' ice insect
An international research team has found microplastic particles in the intestines of Belgica antarctica, the smallest insect inhabiting Antarctica, highlighting environmental pollution even in remote natural areas.
Disposable coffee cups release thousands of microplastic particles into the drink
A study reveals that disposable coffee cups, especially those made with plastic, release microplastics into beverages when heated.
F.A.Z. Health Podcast: What Helps Against Microplastics in the Body?
The F.A.Z. Health Podcast explores how microplastics enter the body and strategies for managing their effects, featuring expert discussions on health and nutrition.
The danger in a teacup: scientists warn - most are unaware of these risks
A study from the University of Birmingham reveals that hot tea contains the highest levels of microplastics among popular beverages.
Researchers from the University of Bonn Develop a Fish-Inspired Filter That Removes 99% of Microplastics from Washing Machine Water
A team of scientists from the University of Bonn has created an innovative washing machine filter that can eliminate over 99% of microplastics released during the washing cycle, inspired by natural filtration systems used by certain fish.
Do you keep plastic delivery containers? We know how safe it is to use them again
The article discusses the safety and environmental implications of reusing plastic delivery containers amid growing concerns about microplastics and their potential health effects.
Microplastics: "The champagne corks have probably popped at the plastic lobbyists"
The article discusses the pervasive presence of microplastics in various environments and human bodies, highlighting their alarming discovery in crucial biological systems.
Researchers Doubt Danger from Microplastics in the Body
Several studies regarding the danger of microplastics in the human body face criticism as scientists point to 'methodological problems' and misinterpretations of data.
Not harmful after all? Researchers doubt the danger of microplastics in the body
Several studies regarding the effects of microplastics in the human body are criticized for being unreliable and methodologically questionable, leading experts to express serious doubts about more than half of the highly regarded research.
It was supposed to be the solution, but it turned out to be a problem: Experts on recycled polyester
Experts discuss the environmental impact of the fashion industry and criticize recycled polyester as an inadequate ecological solution for the clothing sector.
You probably consume them almost every day: These five things contain microplastics
The article discusses five common items that contain microplastics, highlighting their potential harmful effects on human health.
'Surprising' healthy foods that contain microplastics - how to cut your intake
This article discusses unexpected healthy foods that contain microplastics and provides guidance on reducing their intake.
Expert reveals five places in your home where you are most exposed to microplastics that cause cancer
Dr. Paul Saladino highlights five household locations with significant microplastic exposure linked to serious health issues, including cancer.
Masses of toxic litter pours from Rhine into North Sea each year, research finds
Research reveals that thousands of tonnes of toxic litter, including heavy metals and microplastics, are dumped into the North Sea via the Rhine annually, posing risks to both the environment and human health.
Microplastics Can Spread Bacteria and Promote Antimicrobial Resistance
Scientists are studying the environmental impact of microplastics, revealing that they not only pose health risks themselves but also serve as carriers for harmful bacteria and antimicrobial resistance.
We Have a Plastic Spoon in Our Head. Microplastics Threaten Us More Than We Thought
Recent research has revealed that microplastics, previously known for polluting waterways, are now found to pose a serious health threat as they infiltrate human bodies, including the brain.
Scientists discover a new factor increasing the risk of heart disease. Groundbreaking research
A study from the University of California, Riverside, reveals that microplastics may accelerate the development of atherosclerosis, raising concerns about their impact on cardiovascular health.
A new study suggests a link between microplastics and the development of atherosclerosis
A recent study published in 'Environment International' explores the potential connection between microplastic exposure and accelerated atherosclerosis development, conducted by biomedical researchers at the University of California, Riverside.
They thought drinking water was healthy. However, scientists show a different perspective and advise what to do about it
Chinese scientists have discovered that boiling and filtering tap water can significantly reduce the microplastic contamination found in drinking water.