According to the USDA, it’s safe to microwave food in plastic wrap as long as it is labeled as microwave-safe. You also need ...

Microplastics may seem like a wellness buzzword, but studies are accumulating about the amount we consume daily, with the long-term health risks still unknown. While a microwave on its own is said to ...

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NORFOLK, Va. (WVEC) – It’s arguably the fastest way to re-heat a meal: pop it in the microwave and let the appliance do its magic. But with the convenience, comes the age-old debate: is it safe to ...

Before you reheat tonight’s leftovers, it helps to know what actually matters when it comes to plastic food containers, ...

Many of us use microwave ovens to defrost, reheat and cook food, and even though this convenience has been around for decades, some still worry that microwave ovens may not be completely safe to use.

Despite being banned by some states and cities because of the potential for harming the environment, Styrofoam manufacturing increased slightly in the United States in 2022. According to ...

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.