We’ve all heard of microplastics in the ocean, our water bottles, and even our food—but the real shocker? They’re also in our bodies—and our brains. According to recent studies, the average adult carries around 7 grams of plastic in their brain alone—that’s more than the weight of a plastic spoon. What was once dismissed as a distant environmental concern is now a personal, biological crisis.

These microscopic invaders—BPA, phthalates, PFAS, and nanoplastics—can cross the blood-brain barrier, embed in tissue, and trigger inflammation, hormonal disruption, mental health issues, and oxidative stress. They’ve been linked to a rise in cognitive decline, mood disorders, infertility, and metabolic dysfunction. The worst part? These chemicals are everywhere: in food packaging, water, cosmetics, and even the air we breathe.

Unfortunately, once they’re inside, microplastics don’t just “flush out.” Our bodies lack an efficient natural system to expel these synthetic particles—especially from the brain and nervous system. But modern science has uncovered a powerful ally: sulforaphane, a compound found in broccoli sprouts, that activates the Nrf2 detox pathway, helping the body metabolize and eliminate persistent toxins at the cellular level.

Sulforaphane has been shown in clinical research to enhance the excretion of environmental pollutants, protect neural tissue, and boost glutathione—the body’s master antioxidant and detoxifier. Unlike most trendy cleanses, sulforaphane actually works with your body’s natural defense systems to fight long-term damage, not just offer short-term relief.