Can We Stop Eating Microplastics?

This week, we discuss microplastics (the small pieces of plastic that shed off many products), how they may impact your health, and how to mitigate exposure. 

 

Guest: Wirecutter's sustainability editor, Katie Okamoto

 

Additional Reading:

Microplastics Are Everywhere. Here’s How to Avoid Eating Them.The Best Water Filter Pitcher and DispenserThe Best Under-Sink Water Filter

 

Products We Recommend: 

Pitcher Filter: Brita Standard Everyday PitcherUnder Sink Filter: Aquasana AQ-5300+ Max FlowGlass Food Containers: Pyrex Simply Store 9-Pack Mixed Sized Glass Food Storage SetKatie Recommends: Yoga Tune Up Therapy Balls

 

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Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast