US EditionKeeping Plastics Out of the Cooking Process
- Consumers and experts increasingly question the safety of plastic kitchen items like bags and cutting boards due to microplastic exposure concerns.
- This concern arises because polyethylene and polypropylene, found in plastic bags, can release microplastics when exposed to microwaves or freezers.
- A class-action lawsuit alleges that companies such as Ziploc misled consumers by claiming their bags are microwave and freezer safe despite these risks.
- Microplastics have been detected in human blood, placenta, and heart, and some studies link microplastic consumption to inflammation and neurological decline.
- These developments suggest a shift toward plastic-free kitchen alternatives, such as wooden cutting boards and glass jars, to reduce health and environmental risks.
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Antelope Valley PressCooking without using plastic
Dear Heloise: I love to cook with fresh food, and I am not a fan of plastics. They are unnecessary and not healthy.
·Terre Haute, United States
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