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Here’s what you need to know amid concerns about microplastics and toxic chemicals. Reviewed by Dietitian Kelli McGrane, M.S., RD Always check if plastic containers are microwave-safe to avoid harmful ...

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I've used plastic containers to heat food in the microwave for years. I bet plenty of people routinely use plastic containers that are safe for the microwave, even if only to cover the plate of food ...

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Only plastic containers designated microwave-safe by the manufacturer are safe to use in the microwave. If a container is not microwave-safe, it can leach harmful chemicals into food. A best practice ...

To get a better understanding of the safety of microwaving plastic storage containers, I dug into the research and reached out to Lisa Yakas, a microbiologist and senior account manager of product ...