Free from BPA, Tupperware storage containers do not leach harmful cancer-causing chemicals into your food. There are talks about BPA how harmful it can be to a human everywhere. But do you really know what BPA is?
BPA stands for Bisphenol-A. It is an industrial chemical used to make hard plastics and resins. Products such as plastic food containers, water bottles and eyeglass lenses can contain BPA.
So, how does BPA do harm to a human? While a low amount of BPA is said to be non-danger to human, excessive exposure to this chemical on the other hand can affect badly to your health. The toxic chemical has been associated with the reproductive disorder, heart disease, type 2 diabetes and body weight, fetal brain development, breast and prostate cancer, and asthma. Therefore, it is very important to choose a food container that is free from BPA just like Tupperware products.
The products are made by materials strictly meant for microwave uses and adhere to these compliances:. All Tupperware containers come in beautiful colors. From brilliant orange to a tinge of pink, there are always choices for everyone. These indicate that the colorants used in the products will not transmit any of their elements to food in quantities that could be harmful to human health, change the composition of the food and degrade its organoleptic properties.
In other words, the food must not change in color, taste, smell and touch , just in cases of stale-fresh factors are to be considered if the container touches the food. Skip to content.
By Chrystal Johnson Jan 14, food storage , safer-food-storage. This vintage Tupperware container was used for storing and transporting cakes. Photo: Flickr. Pyrex glassware. Image courtesy of AquaOwl. These stainless steel food containers are great for packing lunches. There are many features of glass. It can last a long time, is durable and safe to use, and is very environmentally friendly. Many people enjoy using glass over plastic because it is a higher quality material and looks nicer than plastic Tupperware.
Most glass can be heated up in the microwave. Use caution and gloves, since the glass may heat up with the food. Glass is easy to clean and store when not in use. Glass is durable, as long as it is not dropped or broken.
It is also safe to use. It is much safer to use glass than Tupperware since glass does not interact with chemicals like plastic does. Glass containers are generally heavier than plastic ones, so you need to be careful when carrying and transferring glass containers. Glass can handle higher temperatures than plastic, so can be cleaned in the dishwasher without fear of it getting damaged over time.
Glass can be used longer than plastic, which can save you money. If a glass container breaks, it needs to be cleaned up. Unfortunately, when glass breaks it usually leaves behind sharp and small pieces which can be harmful if touched.
Children should not handle glass because of its potential to break and cause cuts and other damage. If you are an environmental fanatic, glass is the product for you. Unlike plastic, there is no risk of chemicals interacting with food and beverages you may have stored in a glass container.
You can also reuse and recycle glass containers for a longer period of time than plastic, also making it safer and more environmentally friendlier to use. If you enjoy using both glass and Tupperware for storage, then, by all means, use both. I have both Tupperware and glass in my kitchen. To prove it, most products come with the famous Tupperware Lifetime Guarantee. JenMom uses the Tupperware everyday that she bought more than thirty years ago. Not only is Tupperware high quality enough to last for decades, but lost Tupperware lids are replaceable—just contact me!
When I first discovered Tupperware, I envied my Mom's stash Each Tupperware product comes delightfully dressed with at least a splash of color.
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