Even ‘microwave safe’ plastic containers can release microplastics into meals
www.independent.co.uk
Heat can trigger release of microplastics and nanoplastics as well as chemicals linked to hormone disruption, infertility and certain cancers
  • scytale@piefed.zipEnglish
    5·
    2 months ago

    I even avoid “dishwasher safe” plastic in the dishwasher too. It’s just hard to believe those things don’t shed/leech microplastics.

  • Urbanfarmboy@lemmy.today
    2·
    19 days ago

    Microwaving your food is bad for you. Kills nearly all the nutrients in your food. Haven’t used one in a year and don’t miss it. Many other ways to reheat your food that improves flavor and texture. And it’s healthier.

    • Jim East@slrpnk.netOPEnglish
      2·
      19 days ago

      Cooking your food is bad for you. Kills nearly all the nutrients in your food. Haven’t done so in years and don’t miss it. Many other ways to process your food that improves flavor and texture. And it’s healthier.