"For most everyday uses, plain white paper towels or paper plates are generally safe to use in the microwave," says Li. A paper towel is a handy cover for reheating food on ceramic plates, helping to ...

It's an unsettling thought: What if all the BPA-avoiding we've been doing—carefully checking for a "BPA-Free" label before any plastic purchase—has all been for naught? That BPA alternatives are ...

We've all microwaved that plastic container to death, transforming a once-useful Tupperware into a mound resembling a mini-Picasso statue that couldn't possible hold leftover stir-fry if you tried.

Studies show that plastic cutting boards release microplastics into food. Though research has not yet proven that this ...

Before you pop that plastic container into the microwave, you might want to take a look at the fine print. A study linking certain chemicals in plastics to a higher risk of diabetes and high blood ...

Microwave is one the best culinary inventions, not only is it a lazy man’s best companion, but at the same time it can make your life super simple by cooking your food faster than anything else in the ...

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 ...

Pamela is a freelance food and travel writer based in Astoria, Queens. While she writes about most things edible and potable (and accessories dedicated to those topics,) her real areas of expertise ...