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The Silent Health Crisis: Studies Suggest Microplastic Exposure Is Linked to Dementia, Cancer, and Heart attacks.1
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Published on: December 21, 2024
“Plastic never goes away — it just breaks down into finer and finer particles," - Desiree LaBeaud, MD,
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The science is clear: microplastics can be found in every part of the human body.
Regardless of diet or lifestyle choices, microplastics have been detected in samples of the human heart, blood, and brain tissue. It’s even been detected in infants within hours of birth "We're born pre-polluted," Desiree LaBeaud, MD.
But what are the health effects of this exposure? The implications for our health are complicated and only beginning to be understood.
A groundbreaking study from 2022 showed that the average person consumes between 39,000 to 52,000 microplastic particles annually through food and water alone. When inhalation is also considered, this number jumps to between 74,000 and 121,000 particles per year, roughly equal to 1 credit card worth of microplastics spread throughout every cell of the human body.
People with microplastics in their arterial plaque had a higher risk of heart attack, stroke, and death than those who didn't, even 2 years after procedures were done to remove the arterial plaque.
In our modern world, it's almost impossible to remove all microplastic exposure. Scientists have identified several primary pathways that people consume or absorb microplastics every single day: oral intake (food and beverages), inhalation, and skin contact. Of these, oral intake represents the primary exposure, with microplastics now confirmed in drinking water, bottled water, tap water, seafood, fast food, salt, sugar, tea bags, milk, vegetables, and fruits, as well as secondary exposure from plastic or styrofoam packaging. Studies show that home grown fruits and vegetables may also contain microplastics, as they absorb microplastics from polluted groundwater and rainwater.
Prolonged skin contact can also lead to absorption from dozens of daily sources like keyboards, car seats, polyester clothing, synthetic bedding, footwear, carpet, non-stick cookware, plastic cooking utensils, rubber gloves, cleaning sponges, laminate flooring, and most sporting gear.
And over time, this exposure adds up.
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A recent study showed that you could have a credit card’s worth of plastic in your brain alone, and that dementia patients may have more.
Studies have also shown that microplastic exposure can create huge amounts of inflammation, oxidative stress, and even DNA damage at the cellular level. Microplastic particles have been shown to disrupt normal metabolic functions, trigger immune responses, and even lead to neurotoxicity when they cross the blood-brain barrier.
While our bodies have natural detoxification systems centered around the liver, these developed long before there was overwhelming exposure to synthetic plastics and may benefit from additional support.
Since it’s not practical to remove all microplastic exposure from our lives, supporting our body’s existing natural detox pathways may be the best option to deal with the microplastics already in our bodies and guard against future exposure.
Since it’s not practical to remove all microplastic exposure from our lives, supporting our body’s existing natural detox pathways may be the best option to deal with the microplastics already in our bodies and guard against future exposure.
“We are surrounded by plastic from before we’re born to after we’re dead. We’re becoming plastic people.”
-Peter Raymont, Director of Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics
Have you ever wondered why chronic health issues, hormonal imbalances, and unexplained fatigue seem increasingly common despite advances in medicine and nutrition? The answer might be circulating in your bloodstream right now.
According to Jaime Ross, PhD, a neuroscientist and assistant professor at the University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy, it took just 3 weeks for microplastics to cross from drinking water into the blood-brain barrier of mice.
The mice in the study pretty much immediately started exhibiting signs of cognitive decline similar to dementia.
“I didn’t really think we were going to see anything,” Ross says. But when they examined the mice’s tissues, they were shocked. “Every one we looked at we found the microplastics. It was surprising, especially finding them in the brain. Things are not supposed to go there!”
The modern world may have incredible conveniences, but at what cost? Every day, we're unwittingly consuming and inhaling microscopic plastic particles that accumulate in our organs, disrupt our hormones, and challenge our body's natural detoxification systems.
Microplastics are in the food we grow, the food we cook, and the food we buy. They're in our drinking water, they're in our clothing, and they're all over the things we touch and hold every day, from linoleum floors to polyester jackets.
Since it’s nearly impossible to reduce all microplastic exposure, what if there was a way to help support your body’s natural detox processes?
Modern Antidote is the only microplastic detoxification solution designed to help activate and support your body’s natural detox pathways.
It’s formulated from a powerful combination of sulforaphane, NAC, milk thistle, selenium, and chlorophyllin, key ingredients which have been shown to protect your liver while binding microplastics and toxins.
The formula also includes DIM for hormone balance, addressing another critical aspect of microplastic exposure that other products ignore.
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Modern Antidote vs Other Detox Solutions
Not all detoxification products are created equal.
The specialized microplastic-targeting ingredients in Modern Antidote are designed to help support your body’s natural detox pathways.
✅ Clinical-grade sulforaphane dose activates your body's natural detox systems
✅ NAC boosts glutathione – your master antioxidant and detoxifier
✅ Milk thistle which has been shown to provide superior liver support and regeneration
✅ Chlorophyllin binds to toxins preventing their reabsorption
✅ DIM naturally balances hormones disrupted by plastic exposure
✅ Zinc and selenium support optimal detox enzyme function
✅ Delicious taste with added electrolytes for hydration
✅ For every unit sold, we remove 1lb of plastic from the environment
Modern Antidote is designed to activate your natural detox pathways, while supporting liver health and hormone balance
The research is clear: microplastics represent one of the biggest 'invisible' health threats of our time. With microplastic and nanoplastic particles detected in human blood, heart, and brains, we can no longer ignore their potential impact on our health and wellbeing.
Unfortunately, conventional detoxification approaches aren't designed to address synthetic microplastics. Traditional cleansing programs may support health, but lack the specific compounds needed to target microplastics that have integrated into human tissues.
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The scientific literature is becoming conclusive about the dangers of microplastic accumulation, and the only effective way to remove microplastics from your body my be by using targeted compounds that enhance your liver's detoxification pathways.
Modern Antidote was developed based on extensive research into how microplastics interact with human physiology. Each ingredient was selected for its specific role in either enhancing the body's natural detoxification systems or directly binding to specific chemicals for elimination. The carefully calibrated ratio of these compounds creates a multiplication effect that conventional detox solutions simply can't match.
The formula's cornerstone, sulforaphane, has been extensively studied for its ability to activate NRF2 – the master regulator of cellular defense mechanisms. Our clinical-dose of sulforaphane triggers the production of detoxification enzymes that break down plastics, and no other compound has demonstrated the same potency in this regard.
When combined with NAC, which replenishes glutathione (the body's most powerful antioxidant), and milk thistle, which supports liver regeneration and function, our formula creates a comprehensive approach to plastic detoxification that works throughout the body.
The addition of chlorophyllin provides a crucial binding mechanism that helps capture toxins in the digestive tract before they can be reabsorbed – a common issue with other detoxification approaches that mobilize toxins but fail to effectively eliminate them.
Modern Antidote is the only solution that is designed to help your body target the removal of microplastics through multiple, complementary pathways, making it the clear leader in microplastic detoxification.
How Health-Conscious Consumers Are Reclaiming Their Vitality With Daily Microplastic Detoxification
By eliminating the invisible burden of microplastic accumulation, Modern Antidote users may report enhanced mental clarity, improved energy levels, and a noticeable improvement in their overall sense of wellbeing – benefits that extend far beyond what standard supplements provide.
But what exactly is it about Modern Antidote that makes it a microplastic detoxification solution?
Most detox products focus only on general cleansing or liver support without addressing the unique challenges posed by synthetic microplastics. These approaches often fail to activate the specific enzymes needed to process plastic compounds, or lack the binding agents necessary to prevent toxin recirculation. The result is incomplete detoxification that leaves plastic particles lodged in tissues.
On the other hand, the Modern Antidote formula is meticulously engineered to support your body’s detoxification processes through our unique blend of research-backed ingredients.
Powerful NRF2 Activation
Modern Antidote delivers clinical-grade sulforaphane that activates your body's master switch for detoxification (NRF2), triggering a cascade of protective enzymes that specifically target environmental toxins, which can include microplastics. This activation is the critical first step that most detox products completely miss.
Enhanced Glutathione Production
With premium NAC (N-Acetylcysteine), Modern Antidote helps support your body's production of glutathione – the most powerful internal antioxidant and detoxifier. This compound is essential for processing toxins in the liver and protecting cells from the oxidative damage caused by microplastic particles.
Superior Toxin Binding
The inclusion of sodium copper chlorophyllin creates a unique "magnetic effect" designed to bind toxins in the digestive tract and prevent their reabsorption. This critical step prevents the common "detox cycling" problem where mobilized toxins simply recirculate rather than exiting the system.
These 3 unique benefits combine to make Modern Antidote an obvious choice for microplastic detoxification.
How we compare
Modern Antidote
NRF2 pathway activation
Comprehensive toxin binding
Hormone balancing support
Gentle, progressive cleansing
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The other guys
No specific microplastic targeting
Temporary symptom management
Limited hormone support
Potential detox reactions
We Can’t Avoid Microplastic Exposure, We Can Only Support Detoxification.
Our product is so popular because....
✅ It's the only formula specifically designed to go after microplastic chemicals and toxins
✅ Clinical-grade sulforaphane dose activates your body's natural detox systems
✅ NAC boosts glutathione – your body’s biggest antioxidant and detoxifier
✅ Milk thistle provides superior liver support and regeneration
✅ Chlorophyllin binds to toxins preventing their reabsorption
✅ DIM naturally balances hormones disrupted by plastic exposure
✅ Zinc and selenium support optimal detox enzyme function
✅ Delicious taste with added electrolytes for hydration
✅ For every unit sold, we remove 1lb of plastic from the environment
Join The Movement Toward A Plastic-Free Body And Environment
At Modern Antidote, we're on a mission to combat the invisible crisis of microplastic pollution both inside and outside the human body. We believe that optimal health is only possible when we address the modern toxins our ancestors never encountered.
That's why we've developed a formula based on cutting-edge research into environmental toxicology and the body's natural detoxification systems. Each ingredient has been selected for its specific role in supporting your body's ability to process and eliminate these synthetic invaders.
And we aren't stopping with bodily health, because our planet needs a plastic detox too. For every bottle of Modern Antidote purchased, we remove one pound of plastic waste from the environment – creating a double detox with every order.
What People Are Asking
What is Modern Antidote?
Modern Antidote is a daily drink mix that helps boost your body's natural detox pathways & liver function to help you deal better with all of the pollutants & toxins you're exposed to in the modern world.
How do I use this product?
Take 1 Tsp everyday with cold or lukewarm water, and or in a smoothie. Heat may deactivate some of key enzymes needed to maximize product efficacy.
What materials are used in your packaging?
How can we sell a microplastic detox product and put it in a plastic jar? All of our packaging is glass, metal, or fully recyclable paper. And for every unit we sell we are picking up 1 Lb of plastic from the environment through our partnership with 4Ocean.
Do you offer subscriptions or recurring orders?
Yes! If you look below you should be given the option to checkout either as a one time, or recurring purchase.
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There’s plastic in our food, water, and air—and now it’s showing up in our bodies.
Modern Antidote is a science-backed drink mix designed to help your body clear out microplastics, balance hormones, and support longevity from the inside out.
Formulated with clinically studied ingredients like Sulforaphane (from broccoli sprout), Milk Thistle, Chlorophyll, NAC and DIM, it supports your body’s natural detox pathways—no juice cleanses, no green sludge.
Every jar sold funds the removal of 1 lb of plastic waste through our partnership with 4ocean.
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