Plastic food containers are convenient, but they're not right for every type of food. Learn which foods you shouldn't store in plastic containers, and the best alternatives to use instead.

A stack of 3 plastic containers on a kitchen counter. - alejandro piorun/Shutterstock There's no one correct answer to the question of how long plastic food containers last. Some sources say a year; ...

Microplastics Are Invading Your Meals - and Your Body Here's something that might make you rethink tonight's dinner. 11 ...

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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Plastic containers can create the perfect environment for bacteria by trapping heat and moisture. Certain foods react with plastic in ways that can speed up spoilage or even release harmful chemicals.

Scientists are increasingly blunt about a habit that once felt harmless: heating leftovers in plastic. As research on microplastics and chemical additives piles up, the message is converging on a ...

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 ...