There is probably no quote more often cited in discussions of toxicity than that of 16th-century Swiss physician and ...

Chances are there’s a well-used black plastic spatula, spoon or ladle near the stove. Scientists say it belongs in the trash. A recent study adds to the evidence that black plastic household ...

Flame retardants are used in products that can be a fire risk ... If you're looking to switch out your black plastic spatula and spoon (and those takeout trays) for healthier choices, we asked ...

A recent study found high levels of flame retardants in everyday black plastic cooking utensils, food storage containers, and ...

A new study detected dangerous chemicals in a variety of household items. But experts say the health risks aren’t clear-cut.

A new study found that some of the items contain high levels of cancer-causing, hormone-disrupting flame retardants.

My utensil caddy, which houses nearly a dozen different spoons, a handful of spatulas, and a few whisks, sees more action than almost anything else in my kitchen. In fact, many of the items I use ...