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

It is generally considered OK to store food in plastic containers labeled with a 1, 2, 4 or 5, though containers labeled 1 should ideally be stored in cool environments and not be reused. Plastic ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Getty Images Plastic food containers are convenient, easy to clean, and simple to stack and store, so it's no surprise they're a ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Plastic containers can create the perfect environment for bacteria by trapping heat and moisture. Certain foods react with plastic ...

When it comes to storage, odds are you have a collection of plastic containers on standby in your home. While these products make tough, cost-effective solutions, sometimes they're not the best for ...

Better safe than sorry.

When you think about takeout, your biggest concerns might be how greasy the food is or whether you remembered to ask for extra napkins. But new research suggests there may be more to consider than ...

They’re great meal-prep containers, too. I don’t even need to open my kitchen cabinet right now to see that dozens of my plastic food storage containers are stained every color of the rainbow: ...

Plastic food containers are convenient, easy to clean, and simple to stack and store, so it's no surprise they're a go-to for everything from chopped produce to last night's leftovers. In most cases, ...