eli5: Why microplastic is harmful?

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I heard a lot about microplastic getting into our bodies through fish and other food. But what are exactly consequences of having microplastic in body? Problems with fertility? High cancer risks? Lower immunity? What are exactly consequences of microplastic in our bodies? Should I avoid certain food? Or should I make blood test to check how much microplastic I have in my body?

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Plastics are synthetic, man-made chemicals. The rest of our body is natural and living.

Think of it like trying to mix two things that do not go well together. Vaseline and water comes to mind.

Beyond that, some of the chemicals certainly may cause cancer or have other impacts on your health.

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