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Invisible Invaders: How Microplastics Sneak Into Your Brain


University of New Mexico researchers have identified that microplastics, once ingested, can migrate from the gut to organs such as the liver, kidneys, and brain, potentially causing significant health issues. It’s happening every day. From our water, our food, and even the air we breathe, tiny pl

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