Researchers found low concentrations of so-called forever chemicals in various “eco-friendly” straws, raising doubts about whether they’re an appropriate alternative.

  • @Squander@lemmy.world
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    10 months ago

    When the craze first started I remember seeing paper straws in plastic. Someone was close but didnt quite get it.

    • @jivemasta@reddthat.com
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      210 months ago

      You do know that thin film clear “plastic” isn’t actually plastic right? Most of that is cellophane, which is made from plants and is biodegradable.

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        010 months ago

        That’s why I used the word plastic and not “cellophane.” There were and still are companies that use non-biodegradable, non-plant based plastics to package their paper straws. But thank you…? I know you were going for a big internet gotcha moment there.