Here’s what you need to know amid concerns about microplastics and toxic chemicals.

The sudden rise of food delivery apps increased the presence of plastic takeout containers in our lives and kitchens and even sparked a food prep and storage trend. Chances are, you've considered ...

Cooking is an art form that has evolved over centuries, incorporating a diverse range of techniques and methods to prepare food. From the traditional practices of baking, grilling and boiling to the ...

Microwaving those takeout containers from last night might seem like a convenient option for lunch. However, zapping styrofoam may come with health and safety risks, says Rolf Halden, professor and ...

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 ...

For many people, plastic is an indispensable part of their kitchen. It's highly versatile, interacting with foods and beverages as a storing and serving material. It's tempting to include it in an ...

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Citing the potential leaching of harmful chemicals from plastic into food, nutrition experts have kicked against microwaving food in plastic containers. They warned that doing so could expose ...

Avoid these mistakes so you won't ruin your microwave (or burn yourself).

We’ve all heard about how microwaving food removes some nutritional value, but is it true? Is something bad happening to our food behind that microwave glass? The verdict: If you do it right, cooking ...

For many years we have been warned about overexposure to microplastics and toxic chemicals found in everything from tea bags to fish and even chicken breasts. It seems no matter how much we try to ...