90% of bottled water ‘contains microplastics’

Researchers find levels of plastic fibres in popular bottled water brands could be twice as high as those found in tap water

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Campaigners want to drastically reduce the use of disposable plastic bottles
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A new study has found that 90% of bottled water is contaminated with microplastics, raising concerns about the potential health impact of drinking water bought from shops.

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