After weeks of rigorous hands-on testing, I found three meal-prep containers that will keep your food fresh without pesky leaks.
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, ...
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 ...
Before you reheat tonight’s leftovers, it helps to know what actually matters when it comes to plastic food containers, especially as questions about microplastics continue to grow.
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 ...
A new study found that college students who leaned on takeout were loaded with microplastics, and that exposure was linked to microbiome shifts tied to health concerns. Researchers in China studied ...