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Are Microplastics Dangerous? A Cancer Surgeon Tells You What You Actually Need to Worry About | Doctor vs Internet
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- Health Wealth
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- Jun 10, 2026
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- 5053
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Summary
Microplastics have been found in human breast milk, in the placenta, in semen, in our lungs, and even in the brain. They are not just around us. They are inside us. But before you panic and start throwing out everything in your kitchen, this episode is your calm, science backed guide to actually doing something about it. Joining host Sonal Mehrotra Kapoor this week is Dr Jayesh Sharma, surgical oncologist and one of India's most trusted voices on microplastics, to break down what we know, what we still do not, and most importantly, what we can do. In this episode we cover: -How microplastics enter your body through air, water, food and even skin -Why your bottled water and green tea sachet may be two of your biggest sources -The 5 key factors that decide how much plastic leaches into your food and drink -A live High, Medium and Low rating of everyday household items, from your kitchen sponge to your phone cover -Practical swaps you can start making today -And our popular Take It or Trash It health game This is not a doom and gloom episode. It is a mindful, nuanced conversation for anyone who wants to lower their microplastic load without fear or obsession. Watch the full episode and tell us in the comments which swap you are making first. Tune in! Produced by Taniya Dutta Sound mixed by Aman Pal