Microplastics are ‘far from benign’ — here’s how they can devastate your immune system

Microplastics are ‘far from benign’ — here’s how they can devastate your immune system

Well, this blows. Microplastics — pesky particles that have contaminated our air, water, food and bodies — have been linked to a higher risk of inflammation, hormone disruption, DNA damage, respiratory illnesses and heart problems, among other health issues. A new study suggests that inhaling microplastics can suppress a type of white blood cell in … Read more