Microplastics in Our Bodies: A Growing Concern

Recent research has revealed alarming increases in microplastic concentrations in human brain tissue. A study conducted in early 2024 found significantly higher levels of plastic in brain samples compared to those collected in 2016.

The study analyzed tissues from 92 individuals who underwent forensic autopsies, focusing on the brain’s frontal cortex, a region responsible for thinking and reasoning. This area is particularly vulnerable to neurodegenerative diseases like frontotemporal dementia (FTD) and late-stage Alzheimer’s. In addition to brain tissue, kidney and liver samples were examined for plastic contamination.

According to Matthew Campen, Regents' Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of New Mexico, "The concentrations we saw in the brain tissue of individuals with an average age of around 45 or 50 years were 4,800 micrograms per gram, or 0.5% by weight. That's approximately 50% higher than what we observed in 2016." This suggests that modern brains are 99.5% brain matter, with the remaining 0.5% made up of plastic.

How Microplastics Enter the Human Body

Diet remains the primary route of exposure to microplastics, according to the March 2023 report by the Minderoo-Monaco Commission on Plastics and Human Health. The report, led by a global team of scientists and health experts, established that plastics pose risks to human health throughout their lifecycle, from production to final disposal. Philip Landrigan, lead author of the report, likened microplastics to "Trojan horses" carrying a cocktail of harmful chemicals, including endocrine disruptors like bisphenols, phthalates, and PFAS.

Endocrine disruptors are linked to reproductive issues, including infertility, genital malformations, and declining sperm counts. While the full impact of microplastic contamination is still being studied, Landrigan emphasizes the need for immediate protective measures, noting, "We have enough information to act now."

This research underscores the urgent need to address plastic pollution and its potentially devastating effects on human health. As the evidence mounts, protective measures must be taken to mitigate exposure to microplastics and safeguard public health.

Addressing the Problem with Policy

The impact of microplastics on human health cannot be overstated, with research increasingly linking plastic contaminants to a range of adverse health effects, from reproductive harm to potential neurotoxicity. We urgently need protective measures to safeguard public health from microplastic pollution.

While current policy proposals focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions from plastic production, use, and disposal, they fail to address the plastic entering our bodies through our daily diets. Though these policies are a step toward controlling future pollution, they overlook the immediate threat posed by microplastics in our food and water.

Producing Cleaner Food and Water for a Healthier Future

Diet is the primary route of microplastic exposure, and while policy to curb future pollution is essential, it doesn’t address the immediate contamination in our food and water. As legislation is negotiated, we have dedicated our business to directly remediating pollution in our diets. Our water purification and food production systems effectively remove microplastics, PFAS, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), heavy metals, and other harmful contaminants from source water, delivering purified, pollutant-free water.

The water produced by our systems serves as the foundation for our pollutant-free products, acting as a clean slate. Our four separate innovations stand out by how they utilize this pure water. Our closed aquaculture and deep water culture hydroponic systems use the water as a farming medium, ensuring that the food we produce remains free from contaminants at every stage.

Our two water systems deliver the purest drinking water available. By bottling this water, we aim to expand access to clean, safe drinking water by offering an alternative to conventional bottled water. Our large-scale systems harness the kinetic energy of the incoming source water, producing purified drinking water. This innovation enables municipalities and utilities to reduce carbon emissions, decrease grid dependence, and ensure consumers have access to pollutant-free water.

Proactive Solutions for Protective Measures

We are always seeking partners who share our vision of a world where food and water are free from toxic contaminants. Food and beverage industry partners who incorporate our clean technologies into their operations play a crucial role in safeguarding public health by significantly reducing microplastic pollution in their products. Our systems provide the essential protective measures needed to address the growing threat of microplastics entering our bodies through our diets. Together, we can create a healthier, cleaner future for all.

For more information about our systems, and to learn how our technology can enhance your operations, visit https://remedion.blue. To be among the first to reduce pollution in your bottled water, pre-order your cases of Remedion Water at https://remedionwater.com.

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