Tea bags release microplastics that may be absorbed by intestinal cells

gizmodo.jp (Japanese)

Tea bags release significant amounts of microplastics, with potential absorption by intestinal cells. Research found polypropylene tea bags released the highest concentration of nanoplastics, with some particles potentially absorbed by human intestinal cells. Further studies are needed to understand the long-term health effects of ingesting these plastic particles.


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