Wood vs. plastic cutting boards: Which one to use is a quandary for many people, especially as we approach the holidays and spend more time in the kitchen. Food safety experts used to warn against ...

Wood boards may trap and neutralize bacteria better than plastic ones. Cutting boards made of one solid piece of hardwood reduce bacteria risk more than glued boards. Sanitizing wood boards with soapy ...

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Food safety experts used to warn against using wooden cutting boards, saying they were more likely to harbor bacteria than plastic cutting ones. But newer research shows that both kinds can be safe if ...

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, ...

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 ...

Bring joy back to cooking prep by investing in one of the best cutting boards. I tested 12 popular models and found three that belong in your kitchen.

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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 ...