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Microplastics, menopause & hormones: The small swaps that can help - according to an Osteopath
- Microplastics may affect hormones during perimenopause and menopause, a focus of the piece.
- Simple swaps include using glass or stainless-steel water bottles to cut plastic exposure.
- Loose-leaf tea is encouraged to avoid plastic-containing tea bags.
- Some activewear fabrics may contain chemicals like BPA that can be absorbed through the skin during exercise.
- Switching to microplastic-free chopping boards is recommended to reduce food contamination.
- The article frames these changes as realistic, not panicked, emphasizing gradual adoption.
- The piece notes microplastics are found in water, food, air, and even the human body.
- The takeaway is to implement small, consistent changes for hormone health over time.
- Nadia Alibhai, a practitioner, provides practical tips to reduce exposure.
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