September 3, 2026

Netflix’s ‘Plastic Detox’ documentary outlines 5 simple things you can do to cut down on microplastics exposure

1. Avoid handling receipts

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Though you may think of receipts as just paper, almost all receipts are coated in layer of plastic that contains one of those big chemicals to avoid: Bisephenol A. So, a very easy way to cut down your exposure to this potentially harmful chemical is to stop taking receipts at the store. Just ask the cashier to toss it for you!

And if you’re a cashier yourself, you might want to consider wearing gloves while you work.

2. Avoid food and beverage products that come in plastic packaging.

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