12/19/2023
☕️ According to the research in 2020, humans ingest approximately 39,000-52,000 microplastics PER YEAR, or 74,000-121,000 particles if you include inhalation.
PMID: 31184127
YUCK! 🤢
☕️ This can increase the risk of numerous health conditions ranging from cancers, thyroid disease, diabetes, weight gain, infertility, low mood, arthritis, digestive issues, asthma to neurological and auto-immune conditions.
☕️ Given the Microplastics Effects on Health, how do we best avoid them? Are there options for testing and treating exposure?
☕️ Avoid drinking or eating out of disposable coffee cups, plastic bottles or containers or aluminum cans. Make sure to filter your water and indoor air, and use resusable stainless steel mugs and water bottles.
😁 Come see us for updated clinical guidelines which will detail the latest research, testing and care plans!