Plastic in our brain: Microplastics up 50% since 2016

Plastic in our brain: Microplastics up 50% since 2016

Source: IO+

Research reveals a shocking rise in brain microplastics, especially in dementia patients—up to 5 times higher than normal. Scientists urge further study.

Recent research uncovers a startling rise in microplastic and nanoplastic accumulation in human brains, with concentrations climbing by 50% from 2016 to 2024. Predominantly composed of polyethylene, these particles have infiltrated more into brains t… [3422 chars]

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