Three essential things to know about microplastics - and how to avoid them

Microplastics can't be avoided completely, but even small steps in the right direction can help significantlySign up for our Detox Your Kitchen newsletterOn a recent trip to New Orleans, the king cake baby became, for me, a symbol of plastic's ubiquity in the food system. King cakes are a beloved Mardi Gras season sweet, and when bakers are done cooking them, they hide a small plastic baby in each. Whoever gets a slice with the baby in it receives good luck in the coming year.I write about toxic chemicals for a living, so when I learned about the tradition, I let out a small groan while estimating how many microplastics the baby must be shedding into the cake. Continue reading...