Rhonda Patrick· PhD
Synthetic fabrics like polyester, nylon, and acrylic shed microfibers into water and air, exposing us through wear, laundry, and poorly vented dryers.
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Synthetic fabrics like polyester, nylon, and acrylic shed microfibers into water and air, exposing us through wear, laundry, and poorly vented dryers.
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Every time we wash or wear synthetic clothes, we release tiny plastic particles—microplastics—into the air, water, and even our lungs.
When synthetic clothing is worn, washed, or dried, tiny fibers can break free and become airborne.