Microplastics Found In 93% Of Bottled Water Tested In Global Study
Researchers examined 11 different brands of water purchased in 9 countries The bottled water industry is estimated to be worth nearly $200 billion a year, surpassing sugary sodas as the most popular beverage in many countries. But its perceived image of cleanliness and purity is being challenged by a global investigation that found the water tested is often contaminated with tiny particles of plastic. “Our love affair with making single-use disposable plastics out of a material that lasts for literally…