No matter how many tricks I use when reheating leftover tomato soup in the microwave, it always ends up splattering out of the bowl. When I cover the soup with a paper towel, it falls off as the ...

Here’s what you need to know amid concerns about microplastics and toxic chemicals. Reviewed by Dietitian Kelli McGrane, M.S., RD "Key Takeaways" Only plastic containers designated microwave-safe by ...

Microwave-safe plastic containers may still release harmful chemicals. Microwave-safe means containers won't melt, not that they're food-safe. Phthalates and BPA in plastics can disrupt hormones and ...

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 ...

A Chinese takeout meal with stir-fried chicken, vegetables, and fried rice in a black plastic container, with a fortune cookie, soy sauce packet, and disposable chopsticks on a white background - ...

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.