Microplastics’ Hidden Link to Chronic Disease EXPOSED

By Dr. Scott Olson, ND Posted April 19, 2025

By now, you’ve heard about microplastics. These tiny fragments of plastic have invaded virtually every corner of our planet.

We’re just beginning to understand the scope of the threat, but we know microplastics pose a serious risk to our health.

If you’re like many folks, you’ve shrugged off those dangers, thinking there’s nothing you can do about them.

I get it—it’s overwhelming constantly hearing about things you have no control over.

But microplastics aren’t one of them.

You can actively reduce your risk and exposure. I’ll explain how.

Research presented at the American College of Cardiology’s Annual Scientific Session (ACC.25) linked microplastic exposure to chronic diseases affecting millions of Americans.

These plastic particles (between 1 nanometer and 5 millimeters across) come from everything from food packaging to building materials to the synthetic clothes you’re likely wearing right now.

This microscopic menace then makes its way into your body through the water you drink, the food you eat, and the air you breathe.

The new study confirmed that microplastics are associated with high blood pressure, diabetes, and stroke.

Even worse, they found evidence of a dose relationship—meaning the more microplastics you’re exposed to, the higher your risk of developing these life-altering conditions.

Before you throw up your hands in despair, remember I said you can do something about microplastics.

Take these simple steps to slash your exposure and your risk:

• • Ditch the plastic water bottles. Switch to filtered tap water in glass or stainless-steel containers.

• • Stop heating food in plastic containers. Microwave-safe doesn’t mean microplastic-free.

• • Invest in a reverse osmosis (RO) water filter. RO filters remove microplastics as small as 0.1 nanometers. One with a carbon pre-filter will remove even more contaminants from your water.

• • Choose natural fiber clothing (cotton, wool, linen) over synthetic fabrics like polyester and nylon, which shed microplastics with every wash.

• • Vacuum regularly with a HEPA filter to reduce exposure to plastic particles in your home’s dust.

• • Avoid ultra-processed, heavily packaged foods—they’re not just bad for your waistline! Choose fresh, whole foods instead.

• • Use a HEPA air purifier in your home to capture airborne microplastics.
  • Stop using plastic items like straws, utensils, and shopping bags. Switch to plastic-free alternatives.

You can’t entirely eliminate microplastics from your life. However, by making these changes, you will significantly reduce your exposure and potentially your risk of developing the chronic diseases associated with them.

The plastic industry has known about these dangers for decades but has continued to promote its products while our bodies have become repositories for its waste.

Every plastic item you refuse to buy or use is one less source of exposure to these dangerous particles.

P.S. Microplastics are a threat to your heart. Here’s what you need to know.

Source:

“Microplastic Concentration, Social, and Environmental Features and Their Association with Chronic Disease Prevalence: An Analysis Across U.S. Census Tracts,” Sunday, March 30, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. CT / 14:00 UTC in Moderated Poster Theater 2. ACC.25, March 29-31, 2025, in Chicago, IL, USA

Written By Dr. Scott Olson, ND

Nearly 25 years ago, failed mainstream medical treatments left Dr. Olson in constant pain – and his health in ruins. And that’s when he did something REVOLUTIONARY. He began his career in medicine – and dedicated his life to uncovering the true, underlying causes of disease.
Through his innovative medical practices in Tennessee and Colorado, Dr. Olson has helped cure countless seniors from across America of arthritis… heart disease… diabetes… and even cancer. All without risky prescription drugs or painful surgeries.

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