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DeepSeek V3 & DeepSeek R1 (DeepSeek R1 is the model we used) are new AI models recently released that is currently taken the internet by storm over this past weekend, upending Chat GPT as the number one app on the Apple App Store. We asked it what are the most important stories to date around … Read more
Microplastics, tiny fragments of plastic smaller than five millimeters, are now found in nearly every corner of the human body. Studies have detected these particles in organs like the lungs, liver, and even the brain, raising pressing questions about their potential health impacts. While scientists have long studied microplastics in oceans and marine life, recent … Read more
All plastic water bottles, whether single-use or reusable, release microplastics into the liquids they contain. This includes not only low-cost, disposable bottles but also high-end reusable ones marketed as durable and eco-friendly. These plastic fragments, which break off from the bottle itself, present a significant and persistent problem. What Are Microplastics? Microplastics are tiny plastic … Read more
Bottled water has become a staple for many, with 5% of Americans relying on it for most of their hydration and only 10% drinking exclusively tap water. Yet, experts argue that this preference might not be as beneficial as commonly believed. A recent commentary published in BMJ Global Health highlights concerns about the health and … Read more
Bottled water has long been perceived as a safer and more convenient option for hydration. Popular brands like Evian, Fiji, and Dasani dominate the shelves, offering what many consumers believe to be a cleaner alternative to tap water. However, recent findings from a Columbia University study challenge this perception, revealing a shocking amount of nanoplastics … Read more
Two prominent baby bottle manufacturers, Philips North America and Handi-Craft Company, face proposed class actions in California federal court. The lawsuits allege that these companies failed to warn parents about the potential dangers of microplastics leaching from their bottles when heated. The lawsuits, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, … Read more
A recent study revealed that microplastics, which are shards of plastic broken down from larger pieces were found inside more than half of fatty deposits in clogged arteries. The research illuminated a strong link between microplastics and human health. Now, researchers in China have taken this investigation a step further, discovering microplastics in blood clots … Read more
In an era where environmental conservation and health awareness are at their peak, recent scientific revelations about the presence of microplastics and nanoplastics in our daily consumables, particularly bottled water, have sparked a global conversation on food safety and public health. Extensive research, including groundbreaking studies published in prestigious journals such as PNAS, has unearthed … Read more
Microplastics are tiny particles of plastic often invisible to the naked eye. They present a growing concern for public health and environmental sustainability. A recent study published in the Journal of Water and Health highlights a surprising source of microplastics: the simple act of opening and closing a plastic water bottle. Friction caused by the … Read more