The debate between wood and plastic cutting boards has been simmering for years, and with Food Safety Education Month upon us, it's the perfect time to revisit the question. Is wood truly better for ...

There are some key differences between plastic and wood cutting boards, but even among wood boards, there are benefits and drawbacks. The kind of wood used, as well as the construction of the board, ...

Find out the safety benefits and drawbacks of both. If you have a kitchen, and you’re an avid home cook, you probably have one of these: a cutting board. It’s an absolute necessity for food prep, and ...

While shopping we always go through the dilemma of choosing amongst the best alternatives. We want maximum utility and durability out of the purchased product. When you go shopping for the cutting ...

Plastic chopping boards can release over 70 million microplastic particles annually into food and wastewater Microplastics are being detected in human blood and organs, raising serious health concerns ...

It wasn’t so long ago that food safety experts told us not to use wooden cutting boards because they were more likely than plastic to harbor the bacteria that could make us sick. Consumer Reports says ...

Plastic is everywhere. From the food we eat to the air we breathe, tiny particles of plastic — also known as “microplastics” — can be found in almost anything. Not only does plastic cause real havoc ...

Cardiologists, dietitians and food scientists all recommend ditching your plastic boards.

Known for their desirable wood-emulating aesthetic, PVC and composite deck boards have become popular building materials for outdoor living spaces because of their ability to withstand harsh climates ...

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Ask any chef or home cook what the single most important tool in the kitchen is and he or she will almost certainly give you the same answer: a chef's knife. One, dependable all-purpose chef's knife - ...