It Turns Out Paper Straws Might Pose a Serious Problem Too
Paper straws are not quite the eco solution many had hoped for.
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Paper straws are not quite the eco solution many had hoped for.
Considering Americans use 170 million or more straws daily, the issue won’t go away soon.
It's the great debate, paper or plastic. But in this case, it might not be a debate at all. Paper straws are billed as a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to plastic, but experts say that may be misleading.
Considering Americans use 170 million or more straws daily, the issue won’t go away soon.
Belgian researchers found that 18 out of 20 brands of paper straws contained long-lasting chemicals that can cause damaging health issues.