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ZOE Science & Nutrition · November 3, 2026 · 14m
Most replayed moment: How to prevent microplastics entering your body | Dr Sabine Donnai & Dr Federica Amati
Microplastics have been found in water, food, and even human brains, with emerging research linking exposure to hormone disruption, chronic inflammation, and higher cardiovascular risk. Dr Sabine Donnai and Dr Federica Amati separate fear from fact, walking through where the biggest sources of exposure come from and which everyday habits may be increasing the amount entering our bodies. The conversation focuses on the simple, practical swaps that can meaningfully reduce exposure without requiring a complete lifestyle overhaul.
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Microplastics have been found in water, food, and even human brain tissue, making exposure a pervasive feature of modern life.
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The scientists explain where the largest sources of microplastics exposure come from and which everyday habits may be increasing the amount entering our bodies.
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