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 ...

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.

Not all kitchen dishes are suitable for microwave use and some can even be a safety hazard. In fact, the container you choose to microwave your food in can make a real difference to how it turns out.

Most of us are assured that our microwave containers are safe as it is mentioned at the back of the container and we are certain that it won’t cause any problem. It is better to avoid reusing ...