057: Let's talk microplastics with Jay Sinha of Life Without Plastic

Published: Nov. 5, 2018, 3:03 a.m.

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Jay Sinha has a background in biochemistry, ecotoxicology and law. He Co-Founded and is Co-Owner of Life Without Plastic, the\\xa0one-stop shop for safe, high quality, ethically-sourced, Earth-friendly alternatives to plastic products for everyday life.

Jay and his business partner Chantal Plamondon also co-authored a book released earlier this year called LIFE WITHOUT PLASTIC:\\xa0The Practical Step-by-Step Guide to Avoiding Plastic to Keep Your Family and the Planet Healthy.

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In this episode Marjorie and Jay cover:

  • What exactly happens when our bodies are exposed to BPA and other endocrine\\xa0disruptors in plastics?
  • What are microplastics and how do they get into the environment?
  • What can individuals do to minimize their contribution of microplastics into the environment?\\xa0
  • How can we impact the government and industry from the position of a consumer?
  • The future of sustainable small businesses

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Visit Life Without Plastic at LifeWithoutPlastic.com\\xa0

Show Notes for this episode: ASustainableMind.com/057

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