Greater exposure to neighbourhood green space is initially linked to longer telomeres, indicating potential health benefits. However, this association diminishes when considering additional factors like air pollution and neighbourhood deprivation, underscoring the...
Nanoplastics linked to Parkinson’s disease
Anionic nanoplastics, prevalent in environmental pollution, can hasten the aggregation of α-synuclein, a key protein in Parkinson's disease. This process potentially worsens the disease's progression, underscoring an environmental risk factor for Parkinson’s and...
The hidden ageing factor: microplastics in food
Microwave heating of plastic containers releases the highest amount of microplastics and nanoplastics into food. Some containers release billions of particles in just 3 minutes. Key takeaways: Assessing the release of microplastics and nanoplastics from plastic...
Microplastics harm fish health: Study finds
There is a growing body of research that suggests that microplastics may pose a health risk to humans. A study was conducted to determine the effects of dietary microplastics on the digestive performance, hepatic function, and lifespan of the annual fish...
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