"Hot food and liquids should never be stored in plastic containers as the high temperatures can cause the plastic to release harmful chemicals," says Hardin. "Always make sure to let food cool before ...

When it comes to plastic, there are certain items that should never be kept inside, like raw meat, candles, and photographs ...

What happens is the polymer chains that make up plastic begin to move around when heated, making it easier for the chemicals ...

Not so fast. The reality is unfortunately far more complicated. Americans are locked into a dysfunctional relationship with plastic. Collectively, we generate approximately 33 million tons of plastic ...

With lockdown driving us to use restaurant home delivery, what's happening to all those plastic takeaway containers? Don't kid yourself they're all being recycled. Despite governments prioritising a ...