Nanoplastics from PET Bottles Threaten Human Gut Health and Cells

A groundbreaking study by the Institute of Nano Science and Technology demonstrates that nanoplastics from single-use PET bottles pose significant health risks by disrupting gut bacteria and human cells. The research highlights how these nanoplastics, pivotal in gut microbiome health, also adversely affect red blood cells and epithelial cells, leading to oxidative stress, DNA damage, and potential antibiotic resistance. These findings underscore the need for policy changes to curb plastic pollution and protect human health.

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