Microwaving with plastic wrap can transfer chemicals, especially with high heat or food contact. Use microwave-safe plastic ...

There are better food storage containers to choose from. Plastic containers are commonly used to store and microwave food, but experts and scientific research warns that these containers can leach ...

Common, everyday fatty foods to avoid storing in plastic containers include olive oil, butter, cheese, meats and poultry, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." While you’ve probably been told at some point that it’s not a good idea to heat foods in plastic, it’s ...

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 ...

Most plastics are derived from petrochemicals like oil, natural gas, or coal, which makes the idea of heating food in plastic containers a pretty unappetizing thought. But is it actually dangerous to ...

Microwave is an essential appliance in our kitchens today. It is a convenient aid for reheating and cooking food. There have been numerous articles and research about the safety of microwave use, both ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. Have you heard the statement “Don’t heat ...

CLEVELAND, OH (WOIO) - Despite the warnings, many still choose to heat up their food in plastic containers inside the microwave. If you are not careful, you could be putting your health, as well as ...

If your idea of meal preparation is microwaving leftovers in the plastic takeout container they came in, here’s some bad news: Several chemicals in pliable plastic can leach into your food when you ...