Someone putting the lid onto a plastic container with food inside - Kinga Krzeminska/Getty Images Plastic to-go containers have come through for all of us in the clutch more times than we can count.

Plastic containers can create the perfect environment for bacteria by trapping heat and moisture. Certain foods react with plastic in ways that can speed up spoilage or even release harmful chemicals.

I used plastic food containers for most of my life — they’re affordable and accessible at most of the grocery stores I frequent. But, in recent years I’ve learned more about the potential dangers ...

You can find plastic containers storing food in just about every grocery store. But a new study makes a strong case for never eating out of a plastic container, especially those meant to be heated, ...

Plastic food storage containers are commonly used in almost every kitchen. While plastic containers are not the best option, they are still popular as they are budget-friendly, lightweight and help ...

The dishwasher can't always dissolve greasy stains. Follow these four methods to remove food stains from plastic food containers so they look like new again.

When you think about takeout, your biggest concerns might be how greasy the food is or whether you remembered to ask for extra napkins. But new research suggests there may be more to consider than ...

Everybody has a drawer or cabinet in their kitchen that is just a cluttered mess. It's OK, you don't need to live that way if ...