Life in plastic isn’t so fantastic.

While there’s debate over how much is actually in our systems , microplastics are all the rage right now — and not in a good way for our health.

A new study may have found the culprit behind the accumulation in our brains, and it’s much more common than we may realize.

A study may have found why so much microplastic is found in our brains, leading to serious health issues like strokes. Rochu_2008 – stock.adobe.com

Previous research found that the brain contains up to thirty times more microplastics than any other organ, and those with dementia show the highest levels.

Now, research published earlier this month in the journal BrainHealth has found a strong potential link between these pesky particles and an everyday dietary source — ultra-processed foods (UPFs).

While the packaged goods, drinks, cereals and ready-to-eat products that are UPFs are often high in sugar, saturated fat and salt and devoid of vitamins and fiber, they also make up 60% of Americans’ calorie…