"Study Reveals Alarming Presence of Microplastics in American Food Supply"

A study by the nonprofit Ocean Conservancy found that 88% of protein samples, including meat, fish, and plant-based products, are contaminated with microplastic particles. Highly processed products contained the most microplastics per gram, and the contamination did not differ between brands or store types. The study also highlighted the potential health impact, with the average U.S. adult being exposed to over 11,000 microplastics per year from consuming these proteins. The study's detection methods were limited to particles larger than 45 μm, suggesting that the actual amount of microplastics in food could be even higher.