Microplastics and Nanoplastics: How Alarmed Should We Be?

On Health for Women

Have you ever had a moment where someone doubted your instincts—only for science to prove you right years later?

When I was applying to my medical residency, a doctor scoffed at my concern for BPA and endocrine disruptors. “You don’t believe in that BPA crap, do you?” he said. Well, here we are, decades later, with research linking BPA to miscarriage and endocrine disruption—even from something as simple as touching receipts or airline tickets.

And now, the new frontier: microplastics and nanoplastics.

A recent Nature Medicine study revealed that human brains contain a spoonful of nanoplastics. Yes, you read that right. Our brains. Our babies’ placentas. Even our breast milk.

But before we spiral—let’s take a deep breath together. This episode isn’t here to terrify you. It’s here to inform, empower, and help you take meaningful, practical action.

In this episode, we’ll explore:

• What microplastics and nanoplastics actually are—and where they’re hiding (spoiler: everywhere).
• The science on how these particles are showing up in our bodies, including our brains, lungs, livers, and even a baby’s first poop.
• What we do and don’t know about their health effects—and why early research is sounding the alarm.
• Simple, smart strategies to reduce your personal exposure (yes, there are things you can do).
• Why individual choices matter—but collective action matters even more.

If you’ve ever wondered...

• Should I toss my plastic cutting board?
• Are my kid’s sippy cups safe?
• Is this one more thing to worry about—or a real health threat I should understand?

… then this episode is for you.

You’ll leave feeling informed—not overwhelmed—and reminded that caring for your health is an act of love. For yourself, for your kids, and for the planet we all share.

Because plastic may be forever—but so is our power to make change.

Tune in now wherever you listen to podcasts.

And if this episode opens your eyes—please share it with a friend. Awareness is the first step toward healing—our bodies and our world.

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