Microplastics aren’t just in our oceans — they’re in our food, water, and even our bodies. A new study published in the ...

Scientists are finding that coffee pods and cups may contribute to this problem. Many coffee pods and single-serve cups ...

After speaking with microplastic experts, I found plastic-free alternatives to traditional dish sponges, such as cotton ...

Microplastics aren’t just floating in the ocean; they’re turning up in what we eat and drink. Studies show that everyday ...

One local cotton gin manager is warning of the dangers caused by microplastics found in synthetic fibers, such as polyester.

The study's lead author says their research shows microplastics are 'not just out in the ocean, it's also ending up on our ...

A September 2024 study found that of the 14,000 known food contact chemicals present in food packaging, 3,601 -- or approximately 25% -- were detected in humans. Specifically, 235 FCCs in materials ...

Plastic cookware is common in many kitchens but there are alternatives. Products like stainless steel skillets, frying pans and cast iron pans can all be great ways to upgrade your cookware without ...

Jakarta health officials warn rainwater now carries microplastics that may cause heart disease and harm fetal development.

Sunlight breaks clothes made of synthetic fabrics into tiny plastic fibers that pollute oceans. Color affects how quickly ...

As water companies are ordered to tackle potentially harmful levels of so-called forever chemicals in drinking water sources ...

Microplastics are turning up everywhere, but some scientists say how harmful they are to our bodies is still uncertain.