Do you know that?
(1) Plastics are non-biodegradable but can break into tiny particles (microplastics)
(2) Different types of chemicals (additives) are added to plastics during production in order to achieve some desired characteristics
(3) Some of these chemicals are carcinogenic, neurotoxic or hormone-disruptors and can cause diverse diseases in man and animals
(4) The common plastics we use every day (in form of bottles, cups, coolers, plates, takeaways) may contain plasticizers like BPA or phthalates, styrene, flame retardants, heavy metals which leach into our food and drink especially when they are hot
(5) Microplastics have been found in drinking water in many parts of the world
If stopping the use of plastic is not possible than at least switch to biodegradable or engineering plastics.
Kathryn, wonderful contribution, points 7 & 8 are really important, well-done
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