Olivier Sanchez 30/01/2026 Olivier Sanchez 30/01/2026

The Hidden Health Crisis: The Problems with Microplastics in Food, Water and the Human Body

Microplastics are now found in food, water, air and human tissues, with evidence linking them to inflammation, oxidative stress, gut‑microbiome disruption, endocrine dysfunction and cardiovascular risk; this article explains the science and practical steps to reduce exposure and support resilience.

Olivier Sanchez 22/09/2025 Olivier Sanchez 22/09/2025

Plastic Overshoot Day 2025: The Point of No Return?

It’s official: on 5 September 2025, humanity reached Plastic Overshoot Day, the exact point in the year when our global plastic waste surpassed our collective ability to manage it safely

Olivier Sanchez 21/04/2025 Olivier Sanchez 21/04/2025

France’s PFAS Ban: A Breakthrough Against “Forever Chemicals”?

France has enacted a landmark law banning PFAS, “forever chemicals” linked to cancer and immune harm, in cosmetics, textiles, and ski waxes starting January 2026, with a full textile ban by 2030.

The law also introduces a tax on companies polluting PFAS and strengthens drinking water monitoring. While protective gear for military and firefighters is exempt, the ban marks a major step in reducing toxic chemical exposure and environmental contamination.

France joins Denmark as a European leader pushing for safer alternatives and stricter chemical regulations.

The overall picture, however, remains passable, and much needs to be done to reduce the weight of industrial interest in public health policies and to ensure more transparency in the donations to political parties involved.