Is using plastic for storing food is safe?
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It is not like every plastic container releases harmful chemicals so no need to panic, just yet. Good quality containers have a #2, #4 and #5 printed at the bottom, these are considered safe for food storage. ... If the plastic containers are BPA free then they can be used.
Studies have found that certain chemicals in plastic can leach out of the plastic and into the food and beverages we eat. Some of these chemicals have been linked to health problems such as metabolic disorders (including obesity) and reduced fertility. This leaching can occur even faster and to a greater degree when plastic is exposed to heat. This means you might be getting an even higher dose of potentially harmful chemicals simply by microwaving your leftovers in a plastic container.
It is not like every plastic container releases harmful chemicals so no need to panic, just yet. Good quality containers have a #2, #4 and #5 printed at the bottom, these are considered safe for food storage. But since it’s tough to guarantee the quality of plasticware purchased, some people stay away from them completely, opting for glass or steel containers instead. “I definitely endorse steel and glass containers. Children can easily take steel boxes to school! Steel water bottles are also easily available. If the plastic containers are BPA free then they can be used. Thin plastic mineral water bottles should not be reused or kept in the sun in cars.” says Shalini Manglani, Nutrition and Weight Management Expert, Bangalore.
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