These tried-and-true Pyrex containers (which are even approved by a Food & Wine editor’s mom) are a kitchen essential for anyone serious about switching to non-toxic food storage. The tempered glass ...

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We’ve all seen the headlines. Microplastics are showing up in everything from bottled water to fresh fruit. It’s unsettling enough when it’s out in the world, but the thought of microwaving leftovers ...

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Microplastics can leach into food through various mechanisms, so what about the microwave? I asked a professor of public health and a toxicologist about the risks and how to nuke safely in 2025.

Colleges take the lead A growing number of colleges and universities are trying to find more sustainable options, including reusable containers. For example, UMass Boston offers a “Green to Go” ...

For years, Minneapolis has banned non-compostable, non-recyclable to-go containers. Starting Jan. 1, black plastic, which isn’t compatible with recycling equipment, was included in that ban’s ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The overconsumption of plastics has been a growing concern throughout the United States and the rest of the world for years. In 2024, there ...