If a container is not microwave-safe, it can leach harmful chemicals into food. A best practice is to use a microwave-safe bowl or plate instead of microwaving food in a plastic container.

In honor of Earth Day on Tuesday, here are eight simple tips from Republic Services to make at-home recycling easy and free ...

In honor of Earth Day on Tuesday, here are eight simple tips from Republic Services to make at-home recycling easy and free ...

Much of the U.S. uses single-stream recycling, where plastic, glass and paper go into one bin. Here’s what happens to that ...

Sorting through the different items that can be recycled, and learning where and how they are accepted, can be confusing. These local environment experts have some tips.

Reviewed by Dietitian Kelli McGrane, M.S., RD "Key Takeaways" Only plastic containers designated microwave-safe by the ...

“You don’t have to eliminate plastic completely, but you can be smarter about how you use it. I avoid it for food storage, but I reuse old containers for things like organizing craft supplies.

Successful recycling requires some care. Alejandra Villa Loarca/Newsday RM via Getty Images Alex Jordan, University of ...

According to The Dairy Alliance, an organization that promotes dairy foods and knowledge about the dairy industry, the indent ...

Rules for recycling vary by city, so that's something to consider before you toss thin plastics, glass, or even your pet food bag into your bins.