Countries are currently negotiating a global treaty to end plastic pollution and make plastics safer and more sustainable.

Hundreds of kindergarten students were hospitalized after their school used inedible paint to color a school lunch.

The lining on the inside of a nonstick pan is made of plastic. When heated, it can release toxic fumes; when scratched, it ...

Thinking of planting a backyard garden in Louisiana? Before you dig, experts say it's critical to know what’s in your soil.

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Material: Instead of plastic, choose a cutting board made from wood, rubber, silicone or composite, all of which are food-safe and gentle on knives, experts say.

Simply put, plastic wrap — which is usually made of food-safe low-density polyethylene, or LDPE — “is actually quite effective because it’s able to produce a very stable and tight seal at the edges of ...

CatLane/Getty Images Newell Brands, the maker of Rubbermaid, is facing a class action lawsuit for its claims that the plastic-based containers are "microwave safe" and "freezer safe." ...

This news doesn't automatically mean that plastic storage containers aren't safe to use. They remain one of the most affordable and convenient options for many families.