It can feel like everything is a cancer risk these days, even items that used to be considered "good" for our overall health (we see you, red wine). However, it goes without saying that "cancer" is a ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." While you’ve probably been told at some point that it’s not a good idea to heat foods in plastic, it’s ...

Microplastics are found in the human brain, genitalia and even foetuses. We still haven't found out what exactly this is doing to our health, but scientists are already giving tips on how to reduce ...

It's a strange thought, but you're probably consuming tiny bits of plastic with your meals every day. They're called microplastics, and these invisible particles are practically everywhere-in our food ...

When inhaled at moderate levels, plastic particles without dangerous additives appear to be able to disrupt sex hormones, according to a new study published by researchers at Rutgers University.

LONDON (Reuters) - The chemical bisphenol A, used to stiffen some plastic food containers, poses no health risk to consumers of any age, including unborn children, at current levels of exposure, ...