Don't even think about doing this: what you shouldn't store in plastic containers

30.06.2024 14:50

Many people are used to randomly placing absolutely any food products into plastic containers.

But is it really that safe? In reality, the situation is extremely ambiguous.

Some foods should not be stored in plastic containers because doing so may pose a health risk.

What kind of food exactly are we talking about? The second part of our material answered this question in detail.

This is worth remembering.

Don't hide hot food in plastic. The fact is that when heated, the walls of such containers immediately begin to emit quite dangerous substances.

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Do not put citrus fruits, tomatoes and other acidic foods in containers, otherwise they will oxidize even more and acquire an unpleasant taste.

Hot sauces and fermented foods should also not be stored in this way, otherwise the appearance of toxic compounds in the food cannot be avoided.

Eggs, egg dishes, and milk can spoil very quickly in plastic containers. In addition, these products are likely to harbor salmonella and E. coli.

Previously, we talked about what things should not be washed together.

Margarita Sadkovskaya Author: Margarita Sadkovskaya Editor of Internet resources