Let's break down what the researchers found. Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Reducing plastic in food prep and storage may lower harmful chemical exposure in just seven days.

Manufacturers are making strides to reduce their plastic footprint. Mondelez International plans a 25% reduction in rigid virgin plastic between 2020 and 2025, and both Mars and Unilever are dedicated ...

Short of living on a deserted island, it is virtually impossible to completely avoid all plastics these days. While convenient and shatterproof, plastics break down into microplastics, tiny particles ...