Can Probiotics Help Fight Plastic Pollution?
A new study has identified a probiotic bacterium found in kimchi that may help remove nanoplastics from the body. Researchers discovered that the microbe was able to bind to tiny plastic particles under conditions designed to mimic the human digestive system, suggesting it could help prevent these particles from accumulating in organs.
As plastic pollution continues to impact marine ecosystems, scientists are also working to better understand how microplastics and nanoplastics affect human health. While more research is needed, this discovery highlights an innovative approach to addressing one of the growing challenges associated with plastic pollution.
The findings serve as another reminder that the effects of plastic pollution extend beyond the Ocean and can ultimately impact people around the world.
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