Microplastics Could Be Weakening Your Bones, Research Suggests

WIREDMonday, September 29, 2025 at 4:00:00 AM
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Microplastics Could Be Weakening Your Bones, Research Suggests
Recent research indicates that microplastics may be detrimental to bone health, as a review of over 60 scientific articles reveals their potential to stimulate osteoclast formation, which is linked to bone degradation. This finding is concerning because it highlights a new health risk associated with microplastics, which are pervasive in our environment and can have serious implications for public health.
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