To prevent explosions, never heat sealed containers. Instead, cover food loosely with wax or parchment paper, a ceramic plate ...

Microwaves conveniently reheat food, but not everything should go in the appliance. Cardboard, for one, can sometimes be ...

Here’s what you need to know amid concerns about microplastics and toxic chemicals. Reviewed by Dietitian Kelli McGrane, M.S., RD "Key Takeaways" Only plastic containers designated microwave-safe by ...

Warming up those leftovers in a microwave could put your health at risk. A new study out of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln found that billions of nanoplastics are released when you microwave ...