Brisbane Times
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Australian researchers urge kitchen plastic replacements due to microplastics in human tissues
Microplastics detected in human tissues are prompting Australian researchers to recommend replacing kitchen plastics. Dr Elvis Okoffo from the University of Queensland advises swapping plastic chopping boards, utensils and kettles for wood, metal or glass alternatives. Heating plastic containers releases more particles into food, while reusable bottles shed nanoplastics.
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