PFAS and microplastics are different contaminants, but both raise the same question: what is actually in the water we use every day? If you are trying to reduce exposure at home, drinking water belongs on the list too. #PFAS #drinkingwater #waterquality #microplastics #PurePath
Once you start thinking about microplastic exposure, everyday choices look different. What you heat food in, what you drink from and what you sleep on all become worth checking. PurePath turns that into a simple home scan so you know what is worth changing first. #microplastics #microplasticexposure #healthyhome #PurePath
A microplastic is generally a plastic particle smaller than 5 millimetres. Nanoplastics are even smaller. They can come from larger plastics breaking down, synthetic textiles, tires, packaging and more. #whataremicroplastics #microplastics #nanoplastics #plasticpollution #PurePath
Lead. Asbestos. Microplastics. Every generation has materials it thought were normal until the evidence changed. We do not know where the microplastics story ends yet, but I would rather reduce avoidable exposure now than ignore it. #microplastics #plasticpollution #healthyhome #PurePath
You do not need to throw every plastic item in your home away tonight. The goal is to identify the highest priority items and replace them over time. PurePath was built to make that process practical instead of overwhelming. #microplastics #healthyhome #plasticswaps #PurePath
This study found microplastics and nanoplastics in coronary plaque from some patients. It did not prove the particles caused heart attacks. That distinction matters, and so does reducing unnecessary exposure while the science catches up.
#microplastics #hearthealth #nanoplastics #PurePath
That plastic shower loofah is basically a bundle of synthetic mesh rubbing against your skin every day. If you are reducing plastic in the bathroom, this is an easy place to start. #microplastics #loofah #bathroom #plasticfree #PurePath
Scientists are developing plastics designed to break down differently and reduce persistent waste. Better materials matter, but we still live around conventional plastic every day. Until that changes, reducing unnecessary exposure at home is the practical move. #plasticpollution #microplastics #sustainablematerials #PurePath
You have probably heard the claim that people consume a credit card worth of plastic every week. That estimate is debated, but the bigger point is real: microplastics have been detected in food, water, air and human tissues. I would rather measure what I can control at home. #microplastics #microplasticexposure #plasticpollution #PurePath
Leaving plastic bottles in a hot car is one habit I would stop. Heat and repeated use can increase the release of particles and chemicals from some plastic containers. Keep water in glass or stainless steel when you can. #microplastics #plasticbottle #hotcar #healthyhabits #PurePath
Hot prepared food sitting in plastic packaging is an easy exposure source to change. When you can, move it onto glass or ceramic before reheating. Small changes beat trying to replace everything at once. #microplastics #foodpackaging #plasticcontainers #healthyhome #PurePath
Replying to @JonBuildsHQ @X
This happened to me twice, They will reverse this soon
What if you could scan your frying pan and AI could figure out what it's made of, research it, and tell you what the studies actually say? That's where PurePath is heading.
Since launching PurePath, we've faced some issues and realized certain features need to change or go. This is a learning process for all of us. We can't just stand still. We're constantly learning, adapting, and improving to make PurePath better. Stay tuned for V2
Big changes coming to PurePath. Instead of just looking at scratches and wear, I want the app to identify what you own and research the science behind it.
Microplastics are being studied for possible links with cardiovascular and neurological health. The science is still developing and association is not causation, but the exposure question is getting harder to ignore. PurePath helps you focus on what you can control at home. #microplastics #healthresearch #healthyhome #PurePath
Heads up for Anthropic API users: my API key was stolen, $139 in credits burned by someone else, and @AnthropicAI support's answer is "credits are non-refundable, final decision." Fraud victims just eat the cost, apparently.
