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There is a growing consensus among scientists that microplastics could pose serious health risks to humans, including inflammation, disruption of endocrine functions, and neurological issues. The ingestion of microplastics may also introduce toxic chemicals attached to plastic particles, such as carcinogens or endocrine disruptors, further exacerbating health concerns.
Moreover, the fact that microplastics are now part of prenatal development marks a disturbing shift, implying that exposure begins even before birth. As one expert aptly summarized, we are "raising a generation of essentially plastic people," warning of potential long-term societal and health impacts.