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Microplastics Are Turning Up Everywhere, Even In Human Excrement
A very small study shows that microplastics are in human waste in many parts of the world. While it’s not entirely clear what that means for our health, it might be a sign that we need to pull back.
To Rinse Or Not To Rinse: How Washing Some Foods Can Help You Avoid Illness
Rinsing foods doesn’t always prevent foodborne illness and can sometimes make the risks worse. Here’s what the science says about which foods you should run water over and why.