Microplastics in 99% of Fish: What It Means for Your Health
Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that 99% of fish off the West Coast contain microplastics. Some studies link microplastics to heart and lung disease, though the FDA says more research is needed. As awareness grows, concerns over microplastics in food may lead some people to reconsider their fish consumption.
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