A recent study warns that washing plastic kitchenware in dishwashers could elevate the risk of dementia due to the release of toxic microplastics. These small particles can infiltrate the blood-brain barrier, presenting health risks related to neurodegenerative diseases, cancer, and more. Specifically, dishwashers can emit nearly a million microplastic particles per cycle, contributing to a cumulative 6mg intake of these substances in humans annually. With the U.S. Alzheimer's dementia population expected to surge, the implications of microplastics in human health are increasingly concerning, urging reconsideration of plastic use in daily life.
Researchers have found that mechanically washing plastic items in dishwashers can release microplastics, raising concerns about their link to dementia and other health issues.
'Even routine household activities, like dishwashing, can have significant environmental consequences,' Dr. Elvis Okoffo said, highlighting the pervasive nature of microplastic contamination.
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