Dr. Poonam Desai has posted a TikTok video explaining why she rushes to throw away her scratched non-stick or ceramic pans. The doctor said she does not use non-stick pans with visible scratches “because they can add millions of microplastics to our food,” and the clip has already gathered over half a million views.
Microplastics are tiny particles of plastic, which are invisible to the naked eye. They can result from the breakdown of larger plastic materials but are also present in clothing and household goods.
According to Dr. Desai, these are “endocrine disruptors” and “can cause hormonal imbalances, fertility problems, and even increase our risk of cancer.”
The endocrine system is a network of glands and organs located throughout the body and is responsible for regulating a range of bodily functions through hormone release, according to Healthline.
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