Get to know the impact of plastic on your health

 

Did you know that the chemicals from the plastic can cause cancer, defects and immunity problems? Did you know that plastic never dies and it stays forever? You're probably not the only one, this is why it's one of the most dangerous thing on the human health. Many know that plastic is dangerous and causes a lot of harm, however people always tend to neglect the fact that every single use and plastic waste can cause a serious threat to the environment and to the human health.

 

        As the world evolves, we come to realization about the severe relationship between plastic and human health. From getting to know the life cycle of the plastic to accumulating plastic in our food and water. Therefore, throwing plastic, usually through burning, releases toxic contaminants into the air, which then results to respiratory problems and potential long-term health consequences. The more we rely on plastic, the more we are need for proactive actions to reduce the health risks that may occur. The concern keeps evolving and will stay on to the upcoming generations which is why we need to come to realization about the impact that plastic has on our life.

                                                     Effects of plastic on human health

Isn't it mind blowing that the microplastic is so small that we need a microscope to see it? Imagine that such thing can be found in our food. As we continue to flood the sea with plastic waste, the terrifying truth of its impact on human health arises. Plastic can effect us through impairing our eye vision, causing cancer, liver failure, lung problems, diarrhea, vomiting, stomach ache, skin disease, hormonal change, miscarriage, coughing and swelling in the throat, and many more horrifying effects that the scientists and researchers are finding out. Plastic is all around us and we tend to get exposed to it every single day, however, we should always think twice before throwing the plastic waste in the sea or anywhere near it.

What shall you do to decrease the plastic impact? 

We make our own choices everyday, which is why we can always look for plastic alternatives. Support sustainable community and ecofriendly packaging, advocate the plastic waste management.  It 's an important time where we reconsider the true cost of our plastic use and take a move towards a healthier and a more sustainable future. It's time to recognize our relationship with plastic and ask ourselves is it worth it? Each step you make will make a huge difference in your life and in the environment. By making sustainable choices and inspiring a shift to a plastic-free future, we can protect both ourselves and the environment from any harm or danger.