To figure out whether a plastic container is safe to microwave, always check the symbols on the bottom. If you’re wondering how you’re supposed to figure out which type of plastic is in your ...

Always check for the microwave-safe symbol or 5 (polypropylene). Thin plastics can melt and release bisphenol A (BPA), which has been linked to health issues. Use BPA-free, microwave-safe plastic ...

After receiving a number of enquiries from viewers about whether it’s safe to use cling film in the microwave, we decided to investigate. Making any kind of plastic is complicated and lots of ...