https://blog.mayabansko.org/ Recent content on Live Clean, Live Long Hugo -- 0.131.0 en-us Sun, 10 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://blog.mayabansko.org/briefs/microplastics-in-brain/ Sun, 10 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://blog.mayabansko.org/briefs/microplastics-in-brain/ How much microplastic is in the human brain? A 2025 Nature Medicine study found roughly a spoon's worth — 50% more than eight years earlier. https://blog.mayabansko.org/posts/longevity-guide/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://blog.mayabansko.org/posts/longevity-guide/ What does peer-reviewed research say about living longer? Evidence-based guide to NAD+, sleep, supplements, and lifestyle interventions for longevity. https://blog.mayabansko.org/posts/water-filtration-guide/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://blog.mayabansko.org/posts/water-filtration-guide/ Which water filter removes microplastics, PFAS, and heavy metals? This evidence-based water filtration guide compares reverse osmosis, carbon, and pitcher filters with honest trade-offs. https://blog.mayabansko.org/environmental-toxins/ Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://blog.mayabansko.org/environmental-toxins/ Microplastics are in your water, food, and air. This guide covers what the evidence shows and gives you a practical, evidence-backed roadmap to reduce your exposure. https://blog.mayabansko.org/posts/best-water-filter-for-microplastics/ Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://blog.mayabansko.org/posts/best-water-filter-for-microplastics/ The best water filter for microplastics depends on your setup. We compare Brita, LifeStraw, AquaTru, and Waterdrop with the research behind each. https://blog.mayabansko.org/briefs/microplastics-in-tap-water-brief/ Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://blog.mayabansko.org/briefs/microplastics-in-tap-water-brief/ 81% of tap water samples globally contain microplastic fibers, with US samples the highest. Here's what it means and what to do. https://blog.mayabansko.org/posts/reverse-osmosis-microplastics/ Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://blog.mayabansko.org/posts/reverse-osmosis-microplastics/ Reverse osmosis removes over 99% of microplastics from drinking water. We explain the mechanism and compare RO to carbon, ceramic, and pitcher filters. https://blog.mayabansko.org/briefs/microplastics-in-blood/ Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://blog.mayabansko.org/briefs/microplastics-in-blood/ A 2022 study detected microplastics in 77% of human blood samples. Quick summary of the findings and actionable steps to reduce exposure. https://blog.mayabansko.org/posts/microplastics-in-blood/ Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://blog.mayabansko.org/posts/microplastics-in-blood/ In 2022, researchers found microplastics in 77% of human blood samples. We analyze the study, related research on organ accumulation, and practical steps to cut exposure. https://blog.mayabansko.org/posts/nad-longevity/ Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://blog.mayabansko.org/posts/nad-longevity/ NAD+ precursors like NMN and NR are widely marketed for longevity. We review the human clinical trials to separate hype from evidence. https://blog.mayabansko.org/briefs/nad-longevity-brief/ Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://blog.mayabansko.org/briefs/nad-longevity-brief/ A quick look at what human clinical trials show about NMN and NR supplements for aging and longevity. https://blog.mayabansko.org/posts/bpa-endocrine-disruptors/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://blog.mayabansko.org/posts/bpa-endocrine-disruptors/ BPA-free plastic may not be safer — replacements like BPS and BPF mimic estrogen too. We review the evidence and give practical swaps that work. https://blog.mayabansko.org/about/ Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 https://blog.mayabansko.org/about/ Live Clean, Live Long is written by Petar Dinev — a careful reader of peer-reviewed research on microplastics, longevity, and environmental toxins. https://blog.mayabansko.org/affiliate-disclosure/ Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 https://blog.mayabansko.org/affiliate-disclosure/ Affiliate disclosure: how Live Clean, Live Long uses affiliate links, our editorial independence, and our commitment to transparency. https://blog.mayabansko.org/research-standards/ Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 https://blog.mayabansko.org/research-standards/ Our editorial standards: how we evaluate study quality, cite primary sources, and distinguish between strong and preliminary evidence.