LIVE HEALTHIER · Plastics & Family Health
Your Family, Your Health
& Everyday Plastics
Simple, research-informed guidance for a healthier home, without fear, guilt, or overwhelm. Plastics are part of modern life. This page is about making small, manageable choices in the areas that matter most.
WHAT THE RESEARCH SHOWS
What we know today
Health organizations continue to study how plastics and their additives interact with the body. While that research evolves, many families are choosing practical adjustments, especially around food, heat, and daily-use items. Start with what feels easy. Build from there.
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Plastics are everywhere in daily life
Plastic materials are widely used in packaging, food storage, and meal preparation. This means they regularly come into contact with the food and drinks we consume.
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Heat and food contact are key factors
Research and pediatric guidance indicate that heat, such as microwaving or high-temperature dishwashing, can increase the transfer of certain substances from plastic into food.
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The science is actively developing
Major health organizations recognize plastics exposure as an active area of research. Interest in microplastics and chemicals is growing, and many long-term health outcomes are still under study.
TAKE FURTHER ACTION
What families can do today
Choose glass or stainless steel for hot food and drinks
When practical, use glass or stainless steel for reheating, serving, or storing warm foods and beverages.
Be mindful with reusable plastic containers
If plastic containers are part of your kitchen routine, consider hand washing instead of high-heat dishwasher cycles where practical.
Reduce single-use plastics where it's easy
Focus on everyday swaps, water bottles, food storage, lunch packing, that fit naturally into your routine without extra effort.
Be selective with kids' food and drink containers
Choosing durable, reusable materials for children’s meals and drinks is a simple, family-friendly starting point with real potential upside.
Focus on progress, not perfection
You don’t need to overhaul everything at once. One or two easy habit changes add up meaningfully over time.
SIMPLE SUBSTITUTIONS
Easy swaps for everyday routines
Kitchen & Meal Prep
- Glass food storage containers
- Stainless steel mixing and prep tools
- Non-plastic options for reheating
Lunches & On-the-Go
- Reusable containers for snacks and meals
- Insulated stainless steel bottles
- Durable everyday lunch solutions
Hydration
- Refillable bottles designed for daily use
- Home water storage alternatives
Family Food Storage
- Long-lasting containers for repeated use
- Alternatives for leftovers and batch cooking
RPODUCTS
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COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to eliminate all plastics from my home?
Not at all. The goal is simply to reduce unnecessary exposure where it’s practical, particularly around food, heat, and high-contact daily items. Most families find a few targeted swaps make the biggest difference.
Which changes matter most?
Start with how food is stored, heated, and served. These are typically the highest-contact areas and also the easiest places to make meaningful, low-effort adjustments.
Is all plastic the same?
No. Different plastic materials behave differently depending on how they’re used and at what temperatures. Most guidance focuses specifically on food-contact items and heat exposure, where the research is clearest.
Why doesn't this page make stronger health claims?
Because the research is still actively developing. This page reflects current guidance from established public health and medical organizations — and we think it’s important to be honest about what is known versus what is still being studied.
Our approach to research & guidance
We rely on established public health and medical sources and update this page as new research develops. Our guidance reflects both growing awareness around plastics exposure and a recognition that some health questions remain under active study.
This page draws on guidance and research from:
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS)
- American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
- Beyond Plastics
This content is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. For specific health concerns, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.