Mouse study raises new concerns about common packaging plastic and fatty liver disease

Mouse study raises new concerns about common packaging plastic and fatty liver disease

Findings from a new mouse experiment are prompting fresh questions about polyethylene, the plastic used in everyday items including freezer bags and beverage cups, according to Medical News Today (via AOL). In mice, polyethylene microplastics altered liver metabolism, suggesting the material could increase the risk of fatty liver disease or exacerbate an existing liver condition. Here's what to know The paper, published in the journal Science Ad…