Are Microplastics Really That Dangerous

So, let's talk about microplastics—what they are, where they're found, and whether they actually pose a health risk… Microplastics are everywhere—from the air we breathe, the water we drink, to the food we eat. To add to this, they have also been detected in human bodies, raising questions about their prevalence and potential impact on our health. With growing concerns flooding timelines and news cycles, are microplastics really as harmful as what the news and articles are trying to say? If you want to learn the answers, join me in this episode as I separate fear from reality and equip you with easy-to-do steps to reduce your exposure without unnecessary panic. Whether you're concerned about your health or just trying to cut through the noise, this is episode will tell you what microplastics are, where they come from, and if they're really as dangerous as the headlines claim them to be. Why you need to check this episode: Learn where microplastics come from and how they enter our bodies; Understand the current research on microplastics' potential health risks; and Recognize why completely avoiding microplastics might be impossible—but there are things you can do to reduce exposure. "There are not too many things you can do to avoid these microplastics, but understand that we're going to keep an eye on it. We're going to make sure that it doesn't become the problem that it possibly can be." – Dr. Berry Pierre Notable Quotes: "You might be trying to figure out: 'Can I avoid this?' First of all, the answer is no, and I hate to say it…[But] I didn't want the cliffhanger of people thinking that somehow, someway, they're going to somehow avoid exposure to microplastics…It's less than five (5) millimeters [and] it's found in the air and water. How would you do that? It's found in certain foods. How would you do that?" – Dr. Berry Pierre "They [dangers] are perceived right now. There are no overt human-related known issues that are due specifically to microplastics...yet. There aren't any human-related issues that we see at this time. Most of the discussion associated with microplastics are what they see in the lab that they extrapolate would happen if it happened to us in that severe degree." – Dr. Berry Pierre "I just want to get you guys off the ledge of fear of these microplastics. We're not at that point yet, despite what all of these news and articles may try to act like it is. But always be concerned that if it is there, we'll let you know about it—at least here in the Lunch and Learn Community." – Dr. Berry Pierre Sign up at www.listentodrberry.com to join the mailing list. Remember to subscribe to the podcast and share the episode with a friend or family member. Listen on Apple Podcast, Google Play, Stitcher, Soundcloud, iHeartRadio, and Spotify