Plastic Free Tea

With all the health problems and environmental issues in the world this shouldn't be one of them, but I guess anything with a longer shelf life or anything that is made for 'convenience' ultimately comes at a price.  And tea seems like such a gentle unthreatening thing! 
Studies show that the average individual (depending on age and diet choices) consumes approximately 39,000 - 52,000 particles of microplastic annually. 
20% of microplastics used have been classified a health concern due to the accumulation in human fatty tissue, and/or toxicity.
39% have been linked to negative health effects, including but not limited to -

Endocrine dysruption
Reproductive toxicity
Cancer risk
Problems with metabolism and nutrient absorption.
Neurodevelopment issues

David Suzuki, the famed environmental scientist, estimates an adult aged 72 has accumulated about a kilo of weight in plastics inside of us (not just from tea).

The obvious choice is to change to loose leaf teas but if you prefer a bag here are some plastic free options - 

Pukka
Nerada ( are working towards a plastic free option for tea bags hopefully available in 2025)
Nature's Cuppa
Clipper Tea
Planet Organic Australia
Austral Herbs
Warndu native Australian Tea
Bodhi Organic Tea