🧬 1. Microplastics Are Everywhere—Even in Our Bodies
Leading research from Science News, BBC, and Stanford Medicine reveals that microplastics are being detected in human organs, blood, and even breastmilk. Scientists warn these particles may disrupt hormones, immunity, and brain health over time.
🌍 2. Laundry Is a Major Source of Microplastic Pollution
Studies from PHYS and The Simple Environmentalist expose how common laundry detergents—especially pods and sheets made with PVA—release microplastics into our waterways. Proofed! stands apart as one of the few brands truly 100% plastic-free.
🧠 3. Microplastics May Harm Heart, Brain, and Bone Health
According to The EPOCH Health, Wired, and the National Library of Medicine, exposure to PVA and microplastics has been linked to inflammation, cardiovascular strain, and weakened bone structure—underscoring the urgent need for cleaner alternatives.
🌊 4. Industry Claims of “Biodegradable Plastics” Are Misleading
As Forbes and MDPI point out, up to 75% of plastic from detergent pods and sheets never fully degrades. Wastewater treatment systems cannot break down PVA, allowing plastic residues to enter the environment and food chain.
🌱 5. Experts Urge Immediate Action and Conscious Choices
From Yale School of the Environment to UC San Francisco and Reuters, leading institutions stress personal and systemic change. Choosing truly plastic-free brands like Proofed! helps reduce exposure and protect ecosystems from microplastic buildup.
- What are microplastics, and why should we be concerned? Microplastics are tiny plastic fragments less than 5 millimeters in size that come from synthetic products—including many detergents, fabrics, and plastics. According to Science News, BBC, and Stanford Medicine, these particles are now found in human organs, blood, and even breastmilk. Scientists warn that microplastics can disrupt hormones, weaken the immune system, and increase inflammation, posing long-term risks to both human and environmental health.
- How does doing laundry contribute to microplastic pollution? Laundry is one of the top household sources of microplastic pollution. Studies from PHYS and The Simple Environmentalist show that traditional detergents, especially pods and sheets made with Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA), release microplastics that wastewater systems cannot filter out. These particles flow into rivers and oceans, harming aquatic life and eventually entering our food chain. Switching to a truly plastic-free detergent like Proofed! Laundry Detergent Sheets helps stop this cycle of pollution.
- Is PVA really biodegradable, as some brands claim? Despite marketing claims, research from MDPI and Forbes shows that up to 75% of PVA from detergent pods and sheets never fully degrades. Wastewater treatment plants are not equipped to break it down, meaning it remains in the environment as microplastic residue. These “biodegradable plastics” may dissolve, but they don’t disappear. Proofed! uses a completely PVA-free, plant-based formula that dissolves cleanly and safely—no microplastics left behind.
- How can microplastics affect our health? Emerging research from Wired, The EPOCH Health, and the National Library of Medicine links microplastic exposure to inflammation, cardiovascular strain, hormonal imbalance, and even weakened bone density. Because these plastics can carry toxic “forever chemicals” like PFAS, long-term exposure can affect multiple organs and systems in the body. Reducing your exposure starts with everyday choices—like using truly plastic-free cleaning products.
- What can we do to help reduce microplastics in our homes and environment Experts from Yale School of the Environment, UC San Francisco, and Reuters emphasize that small lifestyle changes can make a big impact. Choose PVA-free, plastic-free detergents, wash with cold water to reduce fabric shedding, use natural fiber clothing, and support brands committed to transparency and sustainability. Every load of laundry done with Proofed! helps reduce microplastic pollution and protect our oceans, wildlife, and future generations.
Join the Movement for a Plastic-Free Future
Microplastic pollution isn’t just an environmental issue—it’s a human health issue. By choosing Proofed! Laundry Detergent Sheets, you’re helping eliminate one of the hidden sources of plastic in our homes. Proofed! is the world’s first 100% plastic-free, PVA-free laundry detergent—proven to clean effectively while protecting our waterways and ecosystems.
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