As much as we'd like to, it's nearly impossible to avoid plastic packaging in grocery stores. But there are some clever ways to reuse those containers.

Ceramic containers are an expert-approved storage alternative because they don't pose a risk of chemicals leaching into food, says McCurdy. They work well for reheating leftovers, as they are ...

Plastic food containers can be found somewhere in just about everyone's kitchen cupboards, but silicone alternatives offer a ...

It wasn’t until a few years ago that I learned just how much microplastics can affect your body — and not to mention the environment — just by living your daily life. In fact, the Environmental ...

Adding sugar helped to "plasticise" their seaweed material and was the breakthrough they were looking for. A powder ...

Plastic wrap should never be used in ovens, grills or other high-heat appliances because it can melt. Foods high in fat or sugar heat quickly, which can cause plastic wrap to melt or leach chemicals.

Party planners, restaurants and other businesses in Santa Barbara soon will have to comply with a new list of regulations ...

In our busy lives, microwaves are a go-to in most homes to save time. Many people just grab food from the fridge in a plastic ...

Connecticut environmentalists raised their reusable water bottles for a toast when Public Act 19-117 was passed six years ago, phasing out single-use plastic bags at checkouts. The law was structured ...