Is There Plastic in Your Brain? A Shocking New Study
How did it get there?
Plastic is everywhere—bottles, food containers, clothes, and even the air. Tiny plastic bits enter our bodies through food, water, and breathing. Scientists used to think the brain was protected by the blood-brain barrier, but now we know nanoplastics can sneak in.
What they found:
- The brain had the most plastic—more than kidneys or liver
- People who died recently had even more plastic in their brains
- Those with dementia had the highest levels, raising big questions about plastic and brain health
Some brains had as much plastic as a sandwich bag in just one area!
What you can do:
- Drink tap water instead of bottled
- Don’t microwave food in plastic containers
- Clean your space to reduce plastic dust
- Use glass or metal when possible
Big picture:
We can make small changes, but we also need bigger action from governments and companies. The more plastic we use, the more ends up inside us.
Are we doing enough to protect our health—and our future?
