Scientists are increasingly blunt about a habit that once felt harmless: heating leftovers in plastic. As research on ...

I don’t even need to open my kitchen cabinet right now to see that dozens of my plastic food storage containers are stained every color of the rainbow: spaghetti red, curry yellow, and even a lovely ...

We use plastic tubs for everything from taking our sandwiches to work to storing food in the freezer and reheating leftovers in the microwave. But are they safe and should we be looking for ...

I used plastic food containers for most of my life — they’re affordable and accessible at most of the grocery stores I frequent. But, in recent years I’ve learned more about the potential dangers ...

Plastic is a synthetic or semi-synthetic material that’s durable, lightweight, and flexible. These properties allow it to be made into a variety of products, including medical devices, automotive ...

While it’s generally OK to store food in plastic containers labeled with a 1, 2, 4, or 5, you should try to use glass. Plastic marked with a 3, 6, and 7 should be used minimally around food to limit ...

Plastic storage containers are a great tool for organizing basements, attics, and even garage spaces, because they can stack and store with ease.

A hidden two-letter code stamped on plastic food containers reveals just how toxic it may be. Consumers are advised to check for labels marked PP (polypropylene) or PE (polyethylene), plastics deemed ...

A new study found chemicals can leach from plastic takeout containers into food, impacting the gut biome—and then the heart Getty Eating from plastic takeout containers can increase your risk of ...

Most to-go containers are recyclable, but whether or not you can toss them in your recycling bin will depend on what they're made from, what materials your local recycler accepts, and if they're ...

Plastic food storage containers are commonly used in almost every kitchen. While plastic containers are not the best option, they are still popular as they are budget-friendly, lightweight and help ...