You're About to Serve Microplastics for Thanksgiving. Trash These 7 Items First

That trusty plastic spatula you reach for every morning might be serving up a side dish you didn't order: microplastics. We know these invisible particles are everywhere -- in the water, the air and definitely in your takeout containers -- but your cooking tools are a major, often overlooked culprit.

And if you think a little plastic is harmless, think again. A sobering study from February 2025 study confirmed that these bits don't just leave your system; they accumulate in your body's tissues over time. While scientists are still connecting the dots on exactly what diseases this might cause, the picture isn't looking pretty.

So, before you scrape another hot pan with a melting piece of plastic, it's time to audit your drawers. Reducing your exposure is easier than you ...