The Hidden Dangers of 'Biodegradable' Tea Bags: A Study Reveals Shocking Results

YouTube video discuss recent study reveals not biodegradable tea bags made corn starch sugar cane actually degrade soil posing potential harm terrestrial species environment Researchers universities Plymouth Bath UK examined commonly available teabags made different compositions polylactic acid PLA buried soil months findings showed tea bags made solely PLA remained intact made combination cellulose PLA broke down smaller pieces losing percent overall mass Lead author Winnie Courtene-Jones emphasized need more research degradation possible effects biodegradable plastics PLA especially use continues expand response plastic waste crisis study also looked impact teabag discs earthworms concentrations PLA resulting percent greater mortality detrimental effects earthworm reproduction article sourced third party syndicated feed highlights importance proper disposal biodegradable materials prevent unintended consequences environment Stay tuned learn more implications study biodegradable products environmental sustainability