Can microplastics from food packaging and bottles cross the placenta (for babies)?
Based on 1 peer-reviewed studybaby
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Impact of placental microplastics on birth anthropometrics: A cross-sectional study. | Ecotoxicol Environ Saf | 2026 |
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