Can microplastics from food packaging and bottles cause tissue scarring (over the long term)?
Based on 1 peer-reviewed studyhome
Verdict: Use Caution
The research on microplastics is still building, but early signals point toward cutting back where it is easy to do so.
The research at a glance
| Study | Journal | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Adolescent exposure to polylactic acid microplastics causes cardiac fibrosis by promoting cardiomyocyte senescence. | Toxicology | 2026 |
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