Study Suggests Paper Straws May Carry Greater Pollution-Related Health Burden

• Paper straws have been marketed as a more environmentally friendly alternative to plastic straws.
• A South Korean assessment suggests paper straws may carry a greater pollution-related health burden.
• The study was commissioned by South Korea’s Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment.
• Researchers compared the environmental and health impacts of paper, plastic, and other types of straws.
• The findings suggest that the shift away from plastic straws may not be as beneficial as previously thought.