Let’s Talk About Microplastics... (with Dr. Katie Pelch)

Microplastics are having a major moment in the headlines, but there’s a lot of confusion about what they actually mean for our health. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Katie Pelch, Senior Scientist with the Natural Resources Defense Council, to unpack the truth about microplastics—what they are, how they get into our food and water and what the current research says about their risks to humans. So join us, two Registered Dietitians (and one environmental scientist!) as we break down the evidence and make sense of the growing conversation around plastics in our food and bodies. Want to support the show and get bonus episodes? Join our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/nutritionformortals We’ve got MERCH! Make sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! Things we talked about and additional reading: Dr. Katie Pelch, Senior Scientist, Environmental Health Microplastics a Growing Concern for Health and Environment Single-Use Plastics 101 Microplastic Is Inside Your Body The Essential-Use Approach: A Policy Tool for Reducing Exposures to Toxic Chemicals NJM Miroplastic Study Microplastic and Brain Tissue Study For feedback or to suggest a show topic email us at nutritionformortals@gmail.com Feel free to contact our real, live nutrition counseling practice **This podcast is for information purposes only, is not a substitute for individual medical or mental health advice, and does not constitute a patient-provider relationship**