Microplastics and Human Health

The present book deals with microplastics and human health. With massive scientific advancements, some believe that we are safe, secure, happy and healthy. However, the ever-growing use and pervasive nature of micro- and nano-plastics (MNPs) defy this dictum. MNPs come in many forms with different chemical compositions lasting for a very long time in the environment. They affect all living beings including plants, marine life and humans, warranting attention from clinicians, health professionals, and environmentalists alike. When microplastics become nanoplastics (becoming smaller), it poses even more danger. MNPs have been found in almost every part of the human body including the brain, heart, muscles and other tissues of the body. MNPs tamper with eukaryotic transcriptional and translational machinery and have been associated with several neurological disorders. The authors provide a succinct overview encompassing different aspects of MNPs, their routing, including food chains, and likely remedial measures. It is envisaged that this book will serve as a wake-up call and will augment overall awareness about the use of MNPs, impelling readers to be mindful of their use and long-term consequences.