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>but they put PFAS in them

Not sure about paper straws specifically, it's put in paper based fast food containers as a waterproofing/greaseproofing agent.

This was done when public perception turned against polystyrene containers.

Then McDonalds and many others, via packaging companies, greenwashed to paper looking containers lined with PFAS type materials.

The paper degrades and leaves the sealant in the environment.

Sickening really, given they know this happens. But if you can't see it happen, hey, better than polystyrene because it is easier to get away with.

At least my burger box seems greener.

The insides are PFAS lined so the straw doesn't go soggy and become unusable.

Plastic doesn't seem so bad now eh?

I don't understand why they don't have wax coated paper straws?

Agreed, ban those paper straws, they are terrible. I just want my good old plastic straws back.

Might I suggest drinking with your mouth? :)