Weight gain, hair thinning and rashes: What can the microplastics do in your body

The microplastics, that is, the tiny pieces of plastic are less than five millimeters long and are not biodegradable – which means they last for hundreds, if not thousands of chronic, in accordance with the Daily Mail.

Now, shocking images have revealed the scary effects that these tiny pieces of plastic can have on our body.

Businesswaste.co.uk experts used artificial intelligence to create images that predict how man could look like after exposure to microplastics.

From weight gain and hair dilution to eczema -like rashes and heavy fatigue, images give a gloomy image of our future.

« Although much of the research on the effects of microplastics on humans is at an early stage, it is clear that there are many alarming signs of how this pollution can affect us, » said Mark Hall, a plastic waste expert in businesswaste.co.uk.

« The images we created are based on the findings of these studies and show alarming results. »

« But we hope that the images will make people sit down and pay attention to the broader issue. »

To create the images, the researchers have analyzed studies on the effects of low, medium and high exposure to microplastics.

« Unfortunately, microplastics are abundant in our environment, infecting everything from the air we breathe to the food we eat, » Mr. Hall added.

« While you can reduce your exposure to some products, we will never fully address the problem until we begin to treat plastic waste as a wider issue and try to reduce our dependence on this material. »

Low exposure

Low exposure to microplastics includes food, drinks and the general environment.

At this level, most symptoms will be internal, according to businesswaste.co.uk.

• Mild changes in the skin could include dryness, redness and irritation, caused by microplastics that interact with endocrine disorders.
• You may also have some changes in the gut, such as bloating, stomach discomfort and irregular digestion.
• Skin problems could include chronic skin inflammation, rashes or eczema -like situations, while reduced lung function could lead to blue or purple skin shades.
• In addition, low -level inflammation could lead to mild fatigue.

Average exposure

If you consume regularly processed foods or seafood or often use synthetic fabrics, you probably have average exposure to microplastics.

• These levels could be presented as increased levels of skin irritation, along with signs of premature aging, such as fine lines and wrinkles.
• Your eyes may be red and irritated, and you may have mild respiratory difficulties, such as coughing and wheezing, from exposure to microplastics in the air.
• Meanwhile, chemicals that flow from microplastics could disrupt your hormones, leading to weight loss and digestive discomfort.
• Finally, you may have more persistent fatigue and brain blur.

High exposure

Finally, a high level of exposure may be displayed by people with prolonged and continuous exposure to microplastics.

« It could be through the work environment because of the poor quality of drinking water and the repeated use of synthetic fabrics at home and in clothes, » experts explained.

• Skin problems could include chronic skin inflammation, rashes or eczema -like situations, while reduced lung function could lead to blue or purple skin shades.
• Metroplastics in the brain could lead to slower reflexes, memory problems and mental confusion, as well as possible tremors.
• Other unpleasant side effects may include unexplained loss or weight gain, hair dilution and discoloration of the skin.

How to reduce your exposure to microplastics

Fortunately, there are several simple changes you can make to avoid swallowing an excessive amount of annoying particles.

Experts advise to use only glass or metal water bottles and never cook the gaps in the microwave in plastic containers.

They also say that you should only use wooden cutting boards, get rid of plastic utensils, avoid « paper » glasses and dishes, and prefer bulk tea instead of tea sachets.

Finally, it is recommended to buy products with little or no plastic packages and have your own bags.