Diapers and tampons could soon be made from jellyfish

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By Amber CortesApr 13, 2014, 8:21 am88 pts
First there was the Diva Cup. Then came the sea pearl. So what’s next for sustainable menstrual solutions? Jellyfish! Uncross your legs, ladies, and get this: Scientists broke down jellyfish flesh and used nanoparticles (for antibacterial purposes) to create a highly absorbent, biodegradable…

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