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.

Learn when it's safe and when it's not.

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

When reheating leftovers, it can be tempting to leave the food in the cardboard box when you pop it in the microwave. Before you do this, it pays to know what kind of cardboard you're dealing with, ...

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 ...