Plastic is an inexpensive, durable storage solution, but it's not meant for everything in the home. Here are 11 items experts say you shouldn't store in plastic.

Many kitchen plastics pose risks for certain foods, research indicates. Acidic or fatty items can release harmful compounds, ...

Plastic containers are great for storing food, but they don’t last forever. Experts warn that scratches, stains, and damage can trap bacteria and release microplastics. If a container is smelly, ...

‌To prevent these food safety issues, Lampe suggests using glass storage containers with tight-fitting lids or wrapping the ...

Plastic storage poses a risk of leaking microplastics into edible items when frozen or microwaved. Here's how you can reduce your exposure. Taylor Leamey wrote about all things wellness for CNET, ...

It’s easy for food storage containers to be the bane of our lives—you’re either looking for missing lids, dealing with cheap plastic that lands your leftovers all over the floor or wondering how best ...

This acidity can react with plastic containers, potentially leading to chemical leaching. When chemicals from the plastic ...

Avoid storing acidic, hot, or oily foods in plastic to prevent chemical leaching. Learn which foods are better kept in glass ...