Microplastics in Food Packaging: Ziploc Faces Lawsuit Over Health Risks

A proposed class action lawsuit is raising serious concerns about microplastics in food packaging, specifically Ziploc bags. The suit, filed in California federal court, alleges that Ziploc products shed microplastics into food during normal use, posing potential health hazards. 

According to USA Today, plaintiffs argue that SC Johnson, Ziploc’s parent company, failed to warn consumers about these risks and marketed the bags as “safe” and “non-toxic”—despite the possibility of toxin transfer into food. 

📎 Read the full article in USA Today 

What Are Microplastics—and Why Should You Be Concerned? 

Microplastics in food packaging are now a widespread issue. These tiny plastic particles have been found in food, water, and even the bloodstreams of humans. Research suggests that regular ingestion of microplastics may contribute to: 

• Hormone disruption (endocrine interference) 

• Chronic inflammation 

• Neurological and immune dysfunction 

• Oxidative stress and mitochondrial damage 

The human body has no mechanism to break down or eliminate synthetic plastics naturally. That’s why exposure, even at low levels, accumulates over time. 

Dr. Paul Savage: “This Is a Public Health Alarm Bell” 

Dr. Paul Savage, founder and Chief Medical Officer at MDLifespan, issued a strong warning following the news: 

“This lawsuit highlights a growing concern we’ve been raising for years: microplastics are no longer just a pollution problem—they’re a human health threat. These particles can infiltrate the bloodstream, disrupt endocrine function, and contribute to chronic inflammation. The fact that they may be leaching into food from everyday items like Ziploc bags is deeply concerning.” 

 

Dr. Savage has been a leading advocate for improved testing, public awareness, and advanced detoxification options. Through MDLifespan’s PlasmaXchange™ Protocol, patients can reduce their internal burden of heavy metals, microplastics, and other synthetic toxins. 

“We’re just beginning to understand the long-term consequences of microplastic exposure. This case may serve as a catalyst for more transparent product labeling—and more urgent conversations about toxin removal.”

How to Minimize Microplastics in Food Packaging 

While the lawsuit against Ziploc continues to unfold, there are steps you can take now: 

• Avoid heating food in plastic containers 

• Use glass or stainless-steel food storage 

• Skip plastic wrap and choose beeswax wraps or silicone alternatives 

• Choose brands that are certified BPA-free and third-party tested for contaminants 

How MDLifespan Can Help 

If you’ve been exposed to microplastics in food packaging or other environmental toxins (spoiler alert: you have), MDLifespan offers physician-guided support through our detox protocols. 

Our proprietary PlasmaXchange™ Protocol targets: 

• Microplastic compounds in the blood 

• Inflammatory markers 

• Endocrine-disrupting chemicals 

• Oxidative stress agents 

To support your detox journey, download the GET MDL CLEAN Guidebook or schedule a free physician consultation to learn how we can help reduce your toxic burden. 

To read the original article in USA Today, click here: https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2025/05/12/ziploc-class-action-lawsuit-microplastics/83577508007