Children can be exposed to microplastics from various sources, including: Food and drinks: Microplastics can be present in food and drinks, especially those that are packaged in plastic or processed in plastic containers 1 . Indoor air: Microplastics can be present in indoor air due to the shedding of plastic products and dust 2 . Outdoor air: Microplastics can be present in outdoor air due to the wear and tear of plastic products, such as car tires and synthetic clothing 3 . Water: Microplastics can be present in water sources, such as rivers and oceans, due to the breakdown of plastic waste 4 . Plastic toys and objects: Children's plastic toys, bottles, and lunchboxes can contain microplastics that can be ingested by children when they put these objects in their mouth 4 . Personal care products: Microplastics can be present in personal care products, such as toothpaste and exfoliating scrubs, and can be ingested or absorbed through the skin 5 . Environment: Microplastics can be...
Strategic analysis on geopolitics, financial systems, and Pakistani affairs, blended with personal stories and commentary from Karachi. Written by Munaeem Jamal.