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  • People with dementia have up to 5 times more microplastics in their brains

    People with dementia have up to 5 times more microplastics in their brains

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    The research reveals that human brains contain approximately a spoon’s worth of microplastics and nanoplastics – MNPs –  with levels 3 to 5 times higher in individuals with documented dementia diagnoses. The post People with dementia have up to 5 times more microplastics in their brains appeared first on Green Prophet. A man in Gaza…

  • A Simple Change Can Reduce Your Microplastic Intake from 90,000 to 4,000 Particles Per Year

    A Simple Change Can Reduce Your Microplastic Intake from 90,000 to 4,000 Particles Per Year

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    According to a newly released scientific paper, three medical experts assert that switching from bottled water to filtered tap water could significantly decrease annual microplastic consumption—dropping it by about 90%, from 90,000 to 4,000 particles per year.  The post A Simple Change Can Reduce Your Microplastic Intake from 90,000 to 4,000 Particles Per Year appeared…

  • Microplastics have invaded our brains

    Microplastics have invaded our brains

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    A recent study in Nature by toxicologist Matthew Campen at the University of New Mexico found that human brain tissue contains significant amounts of microplastics. By dissolving brain tissue samples, Campen’s team was able to isolate up to 10 grams of microplastics per brain—about the weight of a crayon. The post Microplastics have invaded our…

  • Your Sweat is Unlocking Toxins in Plastic—Here’s Why Natural Fibers Matter

    Your Sweat is Unlocking Toxins in Plastic—Here’s Why Natural Fibers Matter

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    Natural fibers like organic cotton, hemp, and wood-based fabrics such as Tencel and modal offer a safer, breathable alternative to synthetic materials. These fabrics don’t shed microplastics, don’t contain toxic flame retardants, and allow your skin to breathe without the risk of chemical exposure. The post Your Sweat is Unlocking Toxins in Plastic—Here’s Why Natural…

  • A Sustainable Path to Rebuilding Gaza: Opportunity for Collaboration and Peace

    A Sustainable Path to Rebuilding Gaza: Opportunity for Collaboration and Peace

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    Given the likelihood of a buffer zone along Gaza’s border, an innovative approach could be to transform this space into a greenbelt. Many cities worldwide have successfully implemented green zones that serve as ecological buffers while also benefiting urban populations. A well-planned greenbelt could provide environmental benefits, support agriculture, and even serve as a shared…

  • Plastic collected in bird nests is tiny time capsule

    Plastic collected in bird nests is tiny time capsule

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    Researchers found a Eurasian coot nest in an Amsterdam canal made of plastic layers spanning 30 years, revealing the birds’ use of human-made materials for nest construction. While reusing plastic may save time, it also poses significant risks, such as entanglement and environmental harm, highlighting the need for better waste management and awareness of urban…

  • Agency Growth Starts with Existing Clients

    Agency Growth Starts with Existing Clients

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    Agency Growth Starts with Existing Clients written by Jarret Redding read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with Max Traylor In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interviewed Max Traylor, consultant, author of The Agency Survival Guide, and host of Beers with Max. Max helps marketing agencies rethink…

  • Hard To Get Eggs? Raise Chickens!

    Hard To Get Eggs? Raise Chickens!

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    This sign was in a New York supermarket in January of this year. Have you seen one like it where you live? Eggs are scarce these days, and when you can get your hands on a dozen, the price shocks you. According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the current average cost…

  • How Small Businesses Win on Reddit in 2025

    How Small Businesses Win on Reddit in 2025

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    How Small Businesses Win on Reddit in 2025 written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with Jim Squires In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interviewed Jim Squires, Executive Vice President of Business Marketing and Growth at Reddit. We explored how small businesses and…

  • Vernacular Architecture in America: A Tradition Rooted in Adaptation

    Vernacular Architecture in America: A Tradition Rooted in Adaptation

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    This is vernacular architecture from the late 1880s in Northern Ontario. Pioneers built their own homes from a government-supplied blueprint. Is it really vernacular then? Vernacular architecture refers to structures built using local materials, knowledge, and cultural influences rather than formal architectural styles. It is often associated with deep-rooted traditions, yet in a country like…