"Hot food and liquids should never be stored in plastic containers as the high temperatures can cause the plastic to release harmful chemicals," says Hardin. "Always make sure to let food cool before ...

I make an effort to reuse or repurpose plastic containers whenever I can. Not only is it better for the planet, but it’s an ...

Polypropylene is a plastic that’s used in many products, including food storage containers. You can recognize it as the number 5 surrounded by a triangle on the bottom. It’s generally considered one ...

We use plastic tubs for everything from taking our sandwiches to work to storing food in the freezer and reheating leftovers in the microwave. But are they safe and should we be looking for ...