Microwavable Containers
Q….What are the safest containers for microwaving foods?
A….Those made from glass and porcelain is generally better choices than those made from plastic. Some plastics, notably those with a #3 OR #7 recycling symbol, can contain BPA, a chemical that’s linked to reproductive and other health problems. BPA can leach from plastic into food, especially at high temperatures. Plastic containers without BPA may be safer, but even they can degrade at high temperatures. That’s particularly true for single use containers such as margarine tubs. If you cover food in the microwave with plastic wrap, leave space so that they don’t touch, since that can transfer chemicals to your meal. Don’t put too much stock in the term “microwave safe”. That usually just means the product contains no metal, not that it’s BPA-free or able to withstand high heat.
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