Researchers have made a shocking discovery after testing popular seafood – and the results are deeply concerning. Many marine animals are ingesting plastic, mistaking it for food. Instead of breaking it down, the plastic remains in their systems or even gets absorbed into their tissues and muscles. This means plastic pollution isn't just harming ocean life – it could be making its way onto our plates too!

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Researchers make alarming discovery after sampling common types of seafood: 'It's very concerning'

Researchers at Portland State University found microplastics in the seafood that humans eat, signaling a major health concern.

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Health Effects of Contaminants in Seafood Unclear, But Most People Aren’t Eating Enough Fish Anyway

<p>An expert report commissioned by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) weighed the nutritional benefits of seafood consumption against the health risk of dietary exposure to contaminants in seafood, with special consideration to childhood growth and development. </p>

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