Plastic Microwaves
August 27, 2024
Microwaving plastic containers is generally not recommended because it can cause chemicals to leach from the plastic into the food. This is true even for containers labeled "microwave-safe", and particularly true for take-away food containers and toddler and baby food containers. Microwaving can also cause tiny plastic particles to migrate into food, which studies have found, can increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other health problems. The recommendation is to use glass containers instead where ever possible, but if you must microwave plastic containers , then be sure they are BPA-free.
