The cleanliness of cutting boards is a long-debated food safety issue, given that both wood and plastic — the most common cutting board materials — can easily harbor bacteria. New research shows that ...

The USDA & FDA have declared wood and nonporous surfaces (like plastic, marble, and glass) safe for food preparation. Plastic cutting boards wear with daily use and should be replaced when they ...

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A popular kitchen item could be wreaking havoc on your health — and it’s one you may use every single day. Plastic cutting boards are likely releasing microplastics into your food, according to a ...