Microplastics have been linked to heart attacks, fertility issues and cancer – and they’re found everywhere from clouds to our bloodstreams. These tiny plastic particles come from larger plastics that have broken down, with synthetic clothing a key culprit. Humans consume up to 52,000 microplastic particles per year, according to a 2019 study by scientists in Canada. While the particles are pervasive in the environment, there are important and simple ways you can reduce their presence in your home – starting with your laundry. Why you should reduce microfibre pollution in your laundryWhen you …
