Is your body really full of microplastics?

The podcast addresses growing concerns about microplastics found in human bodies and questions the reliability of some studies on the topic. It highlights the presence of microplastics in various human tissues and organs, including blood, arteries, the placenta, and breast milk. However, some scientists are skeptical of the analytical methods used in these studies, pointing out issues such as false positives due to the confusion between plastic fragments and fat molecules. While the scientific community agrees that microplastics are likely present in the human body and could be harmful, the extent of their distribution and impact remains unclear. As a result, scientists suggest taking sensible precautions to minimize plastic exposure.