Scientists have found plastic fragments can shed off cutting boards, takeout containers and even laminated paper cups with ...

We asked a recycling expert which takeout boxes and bags belong in the blue bin and which ones don't David Watsky Senior Editor / Home and Kitchen David lives in Brooklyn where he's spent more ...

If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. One set has earned more than 89,000 perfect ratings Maggie Horton is a shopping writer for PEOPLE with a background in print ...

If you regularly pop open your dishwasher to find that everything except your plastic items has dried properly, here's why ...

Plastic food storage containers are commonly used in almost every kitchen. While plastic containers are not the best option, they are still popular as they are budget-friendly, lightweight and help ...

Consuming food from plastic takeout containers may significantly increase the risk of heart disease, as found by a new study conducted by Chinese researchers. Chemicals in plastic containers can ...

Plastic bags start out as fossil fuels and end up as deadly waste in landfills and the ocean. Birds often mistake shredded plastic bags for food, filling their stomachs with toxic debris. For hungry ...