Plastic containers are great for storing food, but they don't last forever. Experts warn that scratches, stains, and damage can trap bacteria and release microplastics. If a container is smelly, ...

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When you think about takeout, your biggest concerns might be how greasy the food is or whether you remembered to ask for extra napkins. But new research suggests there may be more to consider than ...

Plastic isn’t always the safest bet for food storage, and here’s why. Plastic containers can create the perfect environment for bacteria by trapping heat and moisture. Certain foods react with plastic ...

The convenience culture that defines modern urban life has a dark underbelly, one that lurks in the seemingly innocent plastic containers delivering our favorite comfort foods. A groundbreaking study ...

The plastic container that’s been living in your cabinet since 2019 – the one with the faint orange stain from last winter’s bolognese that never quite washed out – is telling you something. That ...

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Plastic storage poses a risk of leaking microplastics into edible items when frozen or microwaved. Here's how you can reduce your exposure. Taylor Leamey wrote about all things wellness for CNET, ...

Washing household plastic containers in a dishwasher releases nanoplastic and microplastic pollution into wastewater, University of Queensland researchers have found. Dr. Elvis Okoffo from UQ's ...

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A passionate home cook since childhood, Mark Marino has covered food news for numerous national print and digital publications. He also served as the executive director of The Kitchn's shopping team, ...

I've used plastic containers to heat food in the microwave for years. I bet plenty of people routinely use plastic containers that are safe for the microwave, even if only to cover the plate of food ...