Do you know that on an average you ingest nano particles of plastic everyday the equivalent of a credit card each week? Check this out: How Much Plastic Is Really In Our Bodies? - Cheddar Explains https://t.co/VPRhCyd2cv via @YouTube #BeatPlasticPollution #Ban #SingleUsePlastic
The plastic brain: neurotoxicity of micro- and nanoplastics.
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In discussions, users often echoed findings from the publication, such as concerns about microplastics crossing the blood-brain barrier and causing various health issues. For instance, one user pointedly remarked about the environmental impact, noting that 'plastics are poisoning us in a way that causes behavioral changes,' while another shared alarming statistics, stating that on average, 'you ingest nano particles of plastic every day, the equivalent of a credit card each week.' The tone across the discussions tends to be serious and urgent, underscoring the gravity of the health risks involved.
The majority of discussions reflect a consensus on the potential dangers of micro- and nanoplastics, indicating a general agreement with the publication's findings.
There is a high level of curiosity surrounding the topic, as many participants express intrigue about the implications of this research on health.
While many posts demonstrate a basic understanding, only a few engage deeply with the methodology and consequences of the findings, indicating moderate engagement.
Most participants perceive the issue of microplastics as a significant concern for public health and the environment, highlighting the urgency of the issue.
Abstract in brief
- Micro and nanoplastics are widely present in the environment, leading to unavoidable exposure for both humans and aquatic animals, and they can potentially reach the brain upon uptake.
- Previous research has shown that certain metal nanoparticles can cause neurotoxic effects, prompting a review of micro and nanoplastics' similar impacts on various species and cell cultures.
- Current findings suggest that exposure to micro and nanoplastics may cause oxidative stress, cellular damage, and neurotransmitter imbalances, which could lead to behavioral changes; however, more systematic research is urgently needed to fully understand the risks associated with these particles.
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Most liked on X and Bluesky#Microplastics are now found in human blood and are found to cross the blood-brain barrier. That's right the microplastics will soon be in our brains. https://t.co/6eaoZZ4rzz An avg human consumes a spoonful of #plastic every week:https://t.co/QqfeQLDOwm #plasticpollution
Forget microplastics! Say
Every year humans make over 300 million tons of plastic. A bunch of that ends up in the oceans. Some of it gets into our food & water. WE EVEN BREATH SOME OF IT IN! So what's all that plastic doing to our brains? For #TeamSeas I try to find out. https://t.co/hqH6iSMrG9 https://t.co/xwSSC5VXuc
Nanopartiklar av plast kan förändra signalsubstansnivåer. Neurotoxiciteten hos plast framkallar beteendeförändringar hos kräftdjur och fisk. Forskning om effekter på den mänskliga hjärnan pågår: https://t.co/QyuklNJ0fM
https://t.co/gTLOXifuiP The plastic brain: neurotoxicity of micro- and nanoplastics Minne Prüst, Jonelle Meijer and Remco H. S. Westerink Given the global abundance and environmental persistence, exposure of humans and (aquatic) animals to micro- and nanoplastics is unavoidable…
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@snicklink https://t.co/LGEPhgcMVY
@movedisorder MDS/ LabScribbles, The Plastic Brain: micro-nano-plastics & Parkinson’s disease: micro-nanoplastics carrier of POP; oxidative stress; alterations in energy/ mitochondria; changes in AChE & more. “The Plastic Brain: neurotoxicity of micro-nanoparticles” https://t.co/3IevLCaqnl
@taka_pe えー、そういうこともやってるんですね。凄いなぁ。 どっちもまだあんまりわかってなさそうですね。 とりあえず身体に入れないにこしたことがなさそうw https://t.co/IhfFABVeNt https://t.co/5lFoVpWyUC
This is why I’m brining my own coffee cup on the road. I previously thought it was lids that were the problem. I was wrong. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32513186/?t
RT @sonstwoher: @DrSynthetiks @olivergorus @ChristophCanne ...
@DrSynthetiks @olivergorus @ChristophCanne ...
@hynek_vychodil @tomasflam https://t.co/l9LUn19hVH
@gaborlubos87 Tak bavíme se tu obecně o možných negativních vlivem mikroplastů na životní prostředí a zdraví. Nedělám tu odbornou přednášku. Nejsem vědec.https://t.co/l9LUn19hVH
@ShitpostGate https://t.co/7OvuXChj3p
Part2, the archive The plastic brain: neurotoxicity of micro- and nanoplastics https://t.co/9FauxB9TUW Inhibition of (A)ChE activity is considered a reliable indicator for neuro (muscular) toxicity
@natfriedman https://t.co/zQLh6Ymato
@natfriedman https://t.co/Ot6sWeVjw3 https://t.co/PBUCg63F7f https://t.co/9ddIPkSPa6
#plastic the poster child of #Global #pollution Can we decide to begin using more #environmental solutions? You can find some here: https://t.co/K1ZZio99R0 https://t.co/fpTfgGTQsD
#plastic the poster child of #Global #pollution Can we decide to begin using more #environmental solutions? You can find some here: https://t.co/K1ZZio99R0 https://t.co/fpTfgGTQsD
#plastic the poster child of #Global #pollution Can we decide to begin using more #environmental solutions? You can find some here: https://t.co/K1ZZio99R0 https://t.co/fpTfgGTQsD
#plastic the poster child of #Global #pollution Can we decide to begin using more #environmental solutions? You can find some here: https://t.co/K1ZZio99R0 https://t.co/fpTfgGTQsD
#plastic the poster child of #Global #pollution Can we decide to begin using more #environmental solutions? You can find some here: https://t.co/K1ZZio99R0 https://t.co/fpTfgGTQsD @kidsafi @KidsPress @kidspiritonline @playthegamehq
#plastic the poster child of #Global #pollution Can we decide to begin using more #environmental solutions? You can find some here: https://t.co/K1ZZio8C1s https://t.co/fpTfgGTiD5 @plasticpieces @sundarpichai @wbpictures @Pink
RT @ExtinctionR_SV: Nanopartiklar av plast kan förändra signalsubstansnivåer. Neurotoxiciteten hos plast framkallar beteendeförändringar ho…
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RT @plasticosis: @Sdg13Un @Ros_Rodriguez_ @PlasticsBeyond @PlasticsRebel @kill_th_plastic @Futurecelebrit7 @CodeRedEarth @Grimnien @xr_forr…
@Sdg13Un @Ros_Rodriguez_ @PlasticsBeyond @PlasticsRebel @kill_th_plastic @Futurecelebrit7 @CodeRedEarth @Grimnien @xr_forres @Climatehope2 @marshallk https://t.co/yr9xnHVLg8
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Are plastics poisoning you in a way that causes behavioral changes? https://t.co/JlepzPXL88
RT @Vineetha_Mohan: #Microplastics are now found in human blood and are found to cross the blood-brain barrier. That's right the microplast…
RT @Vineetha_Mohan: #Microplastics are now found in human blood and are found to cross the blood-brain barrier. That's right the microplast…
RT @Vineetha_Mohan: #Microplastics are now found in human blood and are found to cross the blood-brain barrier. That's right the microplast…
RT @Vineetha_Mohan: #Microplastics are now found in human blood and are found to cross the blood-brain barrier. That's right the microplast…
@OkeydokeyAU @BarnardPhoebe @m_mobbs Additional inhalation exposure results from micro- and nanoplastics released from textiles, synthetic rubber tires and plastic covers..." https://t.co/8GqRIHq8gA
RT @Vineetha_Mohan: #Microplastics are now found in human blood and are found to cross the blood-brain barrier. That's right the microplast…
RT @Vineetha_Mohan: #Microplastics are now found in human blood and are found to cross the blood-brain barrier. That's right the microplast…
RT @Vineetha_Mohan: #Microplastics are now found in human blood and are found to cross the blood-brain barrier. That's right the microplast…
RT @Vineetha_Mohan: #Microplastics are now found in human blood and are found to cross the blood-brain barrier. That's right the microplast…
RT @Vineetha_Mohan: #Microplastics are now found in human blood and are found to cross the blood-brain barrier. That's right the microplast…
#Microplastics are now found in human blood and are found to cross the blood-brain barrier. That's right the microplastics will soon be in our brains. https://t.co/6eaoZZ4rzz An avg human consumes a spoonful of #plastic every week:https://t.co/QqfeQLDOwm #plasticpollution
RT @irdumbass57: @LouiseR33099452 https://t.co/QLb7JOuQQ9 Microplastics in Your Bodies ? YouTube ? Lobbying Is Unconstitutional ? #SpeakerJ…
How Much Plastic Is Really In Our Bodies? - Cheddar Explains https://t.co/5bZDCUe2iY via @YouTube Nano plastics In Our Bodies ? Lobbying Is Unconstitutional ? #SpeakerJohnny
@LouiseR33099452 https://t.co/QLb7JOuQQ9 Microplastics in Your Bodies ? YouTube ? Lobbying Is Unconstitutional ? #SpeakerJohnny
@dalley_simon @davenewworld_2 Is plastic inert when it breaks down and gets into the brain? https://t.co/jdPUJkZiQp It's not too hard to reduce it's use especially in home cooking and cleaning. Also clothing.
@KBondergaard @oplatsen @NilssonPM Det är ju då en karp-art som man exponerat. https://t.co/dMPzISve7C
How Much Plastic Is Really In Our Bodies? - Cheddar Explains https://t.co/Op5EIn8wGh via @YouTube
RT @ChrystCaforSoil: Do you know that on an average you ingest nano particles of plastic everyday the equivalent of a credit card each week…
RT @ChrystCaforSoil: Do you know that on an average you ingest nano particles of plastic everyday the equivalent of a credit card each week…
RT @ChrystCaforSoil: Do you know that on an average you ingest nano particles of plastic everyday the equivalent of a credit card each week…
RT @ChrystCaforSoil: Do you know that on an average you ingest nano particles of plastic everyday the equivalent of a credit card each week…
Do you know that on an average you ingest nano particles of plastic everyday the equivalent of a credit card each week? Check this out: How Much Plastic Is Really In Our Bodies? - Cheddar Explains https://t.co/VPRhCyd2cv via @YouTube #BeatPlasticPollution #Ban #SingleUsePlastic
@LoneStr06411351 @InfiniteILLest @SomeDUD47226334 @BreezyScroll Dude, you are literally making shit up. There are nanoplastics literally everywhere. Are you ignoring facts just because you're that desperate to be correct even though it's obvious you have no idea what you're talking about? https://t.co/5HGIhkUhNl
RT @McBibe: @Dr_PaulinoVigil Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every d…
@Dr_PaulinoVigil Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That is not healthy. There are many studies highlighting this health hazards, e.g.: https://t.co/lypqis8SKM https://t.co/tdppz15DvK
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
@NadineBorries @CommonSeas This may help. Your medical background should add to the literature. https://t.co/z0rOFnoeiM
Breathe in... plastic https://t.co/3EnZOWsJsx
RT @marcela: How Much Plastic Is Really In Our Bodies? - Cheddar Explains https://t.co/ZmqIAX6LGU via @YouTube
How Much Plastic Is Really In Our Bodies? - Cheddar Explains https://t.co/ZmqIAX6LGU via @YouTube
@s_berca @fitterhappierAJ Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That is not healthy. There are many studies highlighting this health hazards, e.g.: https://t.co/aYJL2E8uiA
Do you have micro and nano plastics in your lungs? https://t.co/DhMxnSpVkG More about nanomaterials: https://t.co/TCyf3ye74F
@guardian https://t.co/90unfSnSvC.
To date, humans have produced 8.3 billion metric tons of plastic. Once discarded, it doesn’t biodegrade. Instead, it fragments into microplastics smaller than the size of a sesame seed and further into nanoplastics. So how much plastic is inside of us? https://t.co/uwIbfwpRkn
#plasticpollution Plastic is in me and you - its in everyone! https://t.co/Jv1ZtdtBTh
How Much Plastic Is Really In Our Bodies? - Cheddar Explains https://t.co/9dJC2fyaes via @cheddar #ClimateCrisis https://t.co/VUogmsAofx
How Much Plastic Is Really In Our Bodies? - Cheddar Explains - YouTube https://t.co/B6VpeDvf1I
https://t.co/wbdNaNRByd
So...scientists have found microplastics in human blood for the first time. Cool, cool, cool. https://t.co/KcnKszqXcf
How Much Plastic Is Really In Our Bodies? - Cheddar Explains https://t.co/I6BiHjojUj via @YouTube
RT @AtTheBenchtop: Forget microplastics! Say
RT @AtTheBenchtop: Forget microplastics! Say
RT @AtTheBenchtop: Forget microplastics! Say
RT @AtTheBenchtop: Forget microplastics! Say
RT @AtTheBenchtop: Forget microplastics! Say
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Forget microplastics! Say
https://t.co/I8BCXRH8qd "Several studies reported the accumulation of micro- and nanoplastics in brain tissue of fish and indications that micro- and nanoplastics can cross the blood-brain barrier."
@bone00afide @TimMoses37 Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. https://t.co/SfeZdb6G1O https://t.co/NjyXxmBce9
@phillip_wareham They are even found in the brain. So yes we are trashy in a way
@WybrenvanHaga Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. There are many studies highlighting this health hazards, e.g.: https://t.co/TTRcr3SsU8
@KoparaFallsKid Don't worry. As our brains become plasticised, we will no longer be able to think about it. https://t.co/9cKOSrQgn8
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @xr_cambridge: Plastic nanoparticles can “alter neurotransmitter levels.” The neurotoxicity of plastic is inducing behaviour changes in…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
@MrBeast with another challenge to change the world. #teamseas https://t.co/ezjv27QmlP “Are there plastics inside our heads right now?” @ThePsychShow https://t.co/sJDSDyE9ZP @RealDoctorMike reacts to some of MrBeast’s most dangerous challenges. https://t.co/HXVSGtVoAl
The Evening Post: Do You Have Plastic In Your Brain Right Now? #TeamSeas https://t.co/YTRa9q9eui https://t.co/0s8HhKVeGp
The Evening Post: Do You Have Plastic In Your Brain Right Now? #TeamSeas https://t.co/FqfiZvSpgf https://t.co/YOKUsMXUQS
RT @AliMattu: Every year humans make over 300 million tons of plastic. A bunch of that ends up in the oceans. Some of it gets into our…
Every year humans make over 300 million tons of plastic. A bunch of that ends up in the oceans. Some of it gets into our food & water. WE EVEN BREATH SOME OF IT IN! So what's all that plastic doing to our brains? For #TeamSeas I try to find out. https://t.co/hqH6iSMrG9 https://t.co/xwSSC5VXuc
Nanopartiklar av plast kan förändra signalsubstansnivåer. Neurotoxiciteten hos plast framkallar beteendeförändringar hos kräftdjur och fisk. Forskning om effekter på den mänskliga hjärnan pågår: https://t.co/QyuklNJ0fM
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
@kwralex @222Minutes https://t.co/wTQDGrOf0B. https://t.co/31X5kKWkHN https://t.co/SI5TTtT4vq https://t.co/atMncyKZTh https://t.co/OzdCiEY4cM https://t.co/OBFnF1DUHP. https://t.co/oKNJZ0qc8s https://t.co/srgFeRyz0A https://t.co/t0eiIVlZRf https://t.co/GuQUUyJxcj. 8.3B Tonnes=__dust?
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
3 unintended consequences of public mask use are: preventing children/babies learning subtle emotional recognition; lung compromise from mask nano and micro particles; & risk of bacterial/fungal infection. (https://t.co/p99pJd8MmR
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
Indossare mascherine porta all'inalazione di nanoplastiche. Un nuovo studio ha eseguito un'analisi con microscopia elettronica a scansione sui detriti di micro/nano plastica. https://t.co/tw4SJj1W0M Molti studi evidenziano i rischi per la salute. https://t.co/jLM6RRQe7L https://t.co/wsTrVqTkr6
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
RT @DrJohnB2: (8/n) Millions of people who wear masks are now exposed to these micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers every day. That…
“The plastic brain: neurotoxicity of micro- and nanoplastics” https://t.co/aVNSwN90bL
https://t.co/gTLOXifuiP The plastic brain: neurotoxicity of micro- and nanoplastics Minne Prüst, Jonelle Meijer and Remco H. S. Westerink Given the global abundance and environmental persistence, exposure of humans and (aquatic) animals to micro- and nanoplastics is unavoidable…