A study by Danube Private University in Austria suggests plastic bottle contact can increase blood pressure, potentially due to microplastics. Researchers reported that participants saw significant BP decreases when consuming fluids not packaged in plastic bottles. Published in the journal Microplastics, the findings point to avoiding plastic-packaged beverages as a simple step that may support healthier blood pressure.
A US government report by the National Toxicology Program reviewed global studies and found a consistent association between higher fluoride levels in drinking water and lower IQ in children. The analysis flags levels above 1.5 milligrams per liter as most concerning, while noting more research is needed to confirm mechanisms and guide potential policy changes.
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