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Environment -friendly plastics may not be as safe as it is believed, scientists warn

Listen to the article WORLD: Starch -based bioplastics, often available in commerce as sustainable and biodegradable alternatives to oil -based plastics, can create similar health risks, new research has found. Scientists who studied the effects of long-term exposure to bioplastic mice reported toxic effects on organs, genetic functions and bacteria of the intestinal-with those caused by conventional plastic. The findings question the perception of bioplastics as safer, environmentally friendly alternative, especially as their use becomes more widespread in products such as rapidly fashion, cutlery, squid and wet wipes. “Biodegradable starch -based plastics may not be as safe and health promotion,