350% Increase in Heart Attacks!
From Nick Norwitz MD PhD - Metabolic Health & Longevity · 17:16
Show by Nick Norwitz MD PhD
For more nuances and references, see the associated Newsletter: https://staycuriousmetabolism.substack.com/p/microplastics-in-my-heart-its-worse?r=40ekz2 Winnow Microplastic Binding Probiotic, Affiliate Link (15% off): https://www.winnowlabs.com/STAYCURIOUSMost people think of plastic as an environmental problem—something that harms oceans, wildlife, and ecosystems. But emerging science is revealing something far more personal: microplastics don’t just pollute the planet— they may be poisoning your heart.A landmark study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found microplastics and nanoplastics embedded inside human arterial plaque. Even more alarming, patients with these particles inside their arteries had a 350% higher risk of heart attack, stroke, or death.This research suggests microplastics may drive cardiovascular disease through oxidative stress, inflammation, immune activation, and vascular damage. Under the microscope, jagged plastic fragments were found lodged inside macrophages—immune cells that normally clear debris—triggering inflammation and accelerating plaque instability.We also explore what you can do today—from reducing heat-exposed plastics, filtering water, and improving air quality, to emerging research on internal defense strategies aimed at binding microplastics before they’re absorbed. This isn’t fear. It’s empowerment. Knowledge isn’t meant to panic us—it’s meant to protect us. Stay curious.Chapters0:00 – Plastic Poisons the Heart. But There’s Good News!1:15 – Find More Information at StayCurious Metabolism 1:41 – A Landmark NEJM Study 2:42 – 350% Increased Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke and Death!4:15 – Microplastics Associate with Inflammation 5:02 – Microplastics Lodged in Macrophage Immune Cells6:41 – Comparison to LDL Cholesterol 8:15 – How to Reduce Your Exposure to Microplastics9:54 – A Probiotic That Shields You from Microplastics#microplastics #cardiovasculardisease #microbiome #hearthealth #heartdisease #NEJM #microplastics #hearthealth #cardiovasculardisease #nanoplastics #inflammation #science #longevity #metabolichealth #heartattack #stroke #healthscience #NickNorwitz #StayCuriousMetabolism Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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