“Shocking Discovery: Nanoplastics Found in Human Brains—What This Means for Our Health”

Ever wondered what’s lurking in our brains after years of living in a plastic-filled world? A new study has found an alarming trend: cognitively normal human brain samples collected at autopsy in early 2024 contained more tiny shards of plastic than those taken eight years ago. If you can believe it, the average brain sample holds approximately the same amount of plastic as a standard plastic spoon! Yikes! It makes you think—what’s next, a plastic fork in our thoughts? As we navigate a reality where our bodies start to resemble our takeout containers, it’s clear we need to take a closer look at the impact of our plastic use. So, what do you think about this curious conundrum? Can we replace plastic spoons with something a tad more eco-friendly? LEARN MORE.

According to a new study, cognitively normal human brain samples collected at autopsy in early 2024 contained more tiny shards of plastic than samples collected eight years prior, with the average containing the equivalent of an entire standard plastic spoon. What do you think?

“When I die, I’m going to donate my brain to a picnic.”

Ryan Staviski, Corneal Surgeon

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“Plassik? On my brame?”

Ton Venit, Rhinestone Applicator

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“Now that you mention it, I do think about plastic a lot.”

Teresa Lewis, Crochet Instructor