Bottled Water Contains 3 Times More Nanoplastics Than Tap

A new study raises fresh concerns about plastic exposure from everyday drinking habits.

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The plastic bottle of water you chose for its purity may actually contain three times more microscopic plastic particles than what comes out of your tap, according to new research.

This discovery raises new concerns about the hidden presence of microscopic pollutants in our everyday drinks, and what it might mean for our long-term health.

Bottled Water Carries Risks

The study, recently published in Science of The Total Environment, highlights the ongoing problem of plastic pollution in the environment, which has led to the widespread presence of microplastics and nanoplastics when plastic products break down.