Though you may have good intentions, not all takeout containers are easily recyclable. These are the six types you're better ...

To someone like Martha Stewart, those plastic takeout containers are begging to be given a second life.

Safety concerns have loomed over microplastics, be it from your cutting board while prepping food to cook at home or items such as water bottles and takeout food containers. Aside from the obvious ...

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, ...

My grandma was a big saver. She grew up during the Great Depression, so holding on to things made sense. She had a drawer full of plastic utensils and paper-wrapped straws, and another one with ...

Reusing takeout containers can help reduce waste and save money, but it’s important to do so safely. Most takeout containers ...

“The waste stream and recycling stream have shifted during COVID-19,” said Elizabeth Schussler, senior director of social change, behavior and impact at The Recycling Partnership. “There is more waste ...