Microplastics in Food and Water: An Invisible Threat to Human Health Introduction In recent years, the issue of microplastics in food and water has become a global concern. These tiny plastic particles, less than 5 milli meters in size, are now found in everything from drinking water to seafood and even table salt. With mounting evidence pointing toward their pervasive presence in our food systems, professionals in the environmental, health, and policy sectors are being urged