Can We Stop Eating Microplastics?
09/25/24 • 33 min
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This week, we discuss microplastics (the small pieces of plastic that shed off many products), how they may impact your health, and how to mitigate exposure.
Guest: Wirecutter's sustainability editor, Katie Okamoto
Additional Reading:
- Microplastics Are Everywhere. Here’s How to Avoid Eating Them.
- The Best Water Filter Pitcher and Dispenser
- The Best Under-Sink Water Filter
Products We Recommend:
- Pitcher Filter: Brita Standard Everyday Pitcher
- Under Sink Filter: Aquasana AQ-5300+ Max Flow
- Glass Food Containers: Pyrex Simply Store 9-Pack Mixed Sized Glass Food Storage Set
- Katie Recommends: Yoga Tune Up Therapy Balls
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This week, we discuss microplastics (the small pieces of plastic that shed off many products), how they may impact your health, and how to mitigate exposure.
Guest: Wirecutter's sustainability editor, Katie Okamoto
Additional Reading:
- Microplastics Are Everywhere. Here’s How to Avoid Eating Them.
- The Best Water Filter Pitcher and Dispenser
- The Best Under-Sink Water Filter
Products We Recommend:
- Pitcher Filter: Brita Standard Everyday Pitcher
- Under Sink Filter: Aquasana AQ-5300+ Max Flow
- Glass Food Containers: Pyrex Simply Store 9-Pack Mixed Sized Glass Food Storage Set
- Katie Recommends: Yoga Tune Up Therapy Balls
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Follow us on instagram @wirecutter
Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
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