A doctor who graduated from Harvard university has gone viral after revealing that he avoids plastic water bottles – and why you should too.
Dr Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist, shares his experience and knowledge with his 349,000 followers on TikTok (@doctorsethimd ).
He previously revealed the shocking theory behind urgent shopping toilet trips, linked to a phenomenon known as Mariko Aoki, as reported by What’s The Jam.
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In a recent clip posted on TikTok, which has racked up 402,000 views and over 4,000 likes, the 42-year-old discloses the reasons he “avoids” plastic water bottles.
He begins with a firm warning: “Stop using plastic water bottles.”
Dr Sethi explains that a recent study, published by the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, found that one litre of water from a plastic water bottle can leach an estimated 240,000 nano plastic particles.
He continues: “[These particles] have the potential to penetrate human cells and gain entry into the bloodstream and major organs.
“There are concerns that these plastic particles can be endocrine disruptors.”
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This means that complications such as hormone imbalance and other health issues, especially while out in the heat, can occur.
Dr Sethi added: “The heat will cause even more release of microplastics into your water bottle.”
He advises people to use other materials, such as stainless steel instead.
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While it’s difficult to avoid using plastic water bottles all the time, it’s important to switch to a reusable, safer alternative where you can.
Users have flocked to the comments to share their reactions, with many people left asking more questions. “You say don’t drink from a plastic bottle others say don’t drink from tap?
Where are we supposed to drink from?” one user commented.
Soma added: “Even tap water pipes delivered by plastic.”
“Damn. Anything we can have?” said someone else.
Anton said: “Glass and metal is the best alternative.”
“Now whole world is plastic its difficult,” added another user.
Dr Sethi, from California, US, added: “Being a health professional, I stress the dangers of plastic water bottles.
“opt for stainless steel bottles when possible, especially in warm environments to minimise exposure to microplastics.”
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