About this episode
The episode explores the impact of microplastics on human health and the emerging trend of microplastics cleanses.
With the ubiquity of plastic products, it’s maybe no surprise that a growing body of research shows tiny pieces of plastic are getting inside of us. But what is all this plastic doing to our bodies? And once it’s there… is there any way to get it out? Producer Haleema Shah looks at what the research says (and doesn’t say) about plastic and health, and explores a new trend in wellness: the microplastics cleanse. Featuring Charmaine Dahlenburg, Marcus Garcia, Yael Cohen, and Sarah Morath. Produced by Haleema Shah. For full credits and transcript, visit outsideinradio.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People in this episode
Guests: Charmaine Dahlenburg, Marcus Garcia, Yael Cohen, Sarah Morath
Topics covered
- microplastics
- health
- wellness
- environment
Keywords
- plastic pollution
- research
- wellness trend
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