Laura Ludwig from the Center for Coastal Studies reported that plastics found in plankton travels throughout the food chain. These microplastics contain toxic substances used in their manufacturing.
A 2018 study from the Food, Health & Environment Journal indicates the possible impact of this exposure in our food stream is inflammation, disruption of stomach bacteria, and may affect immune and cellular health. Steps to reduce single-use plastic is to use your own water bottle, bring your own shopping bags, refuse a straw, buy unpackaged fruits, and vegetables, and choose paper gum and candy wraps.