"For most everyday uses, plain white paper towels or paper plates are generally safe to use in the microwave," says Li. A paper towel is a handy cover for reheating food on ceramic plates, helping to ...

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If you think you can put anything in your microwave, think again! Here are some permissible materials and some that should stay away from your favourite food appliance. Read Time: 5 min Microwaves are ...

Way back when, there were rampant rumors warning against standing too close to the microwave while waiting for food to heat for fear of the radiation causing cancer. Now, there seems to be another, ...

Dear Cheapskate: I learn so much from your column. What can you tell me about the safety of cooking bags? I love them and find them effective. So, is there any danger of toxicity? -- Janet V., ...

A September 2024 study found that of the 14,000 known food contact chemicals present in food packaging, 3,601 -- or ...