Microplastics, which are smaller than a grain of rice, are now being detected in everything from bottled water and sea salt to processed foods and even our own bodies. The full scope of the health effects is still being researched, but for a lot of people, the idea of literally eating plastic is concerning enough to want to make a change. The good news? While microplastics are truly everywhere, there are some pretty simple swaps you can make in your daily routine.

Charcoal, a versatile substance derived from wood or other organic materials, has been used for centuries for a variety of purposes.