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Nursing’s Shanina Knighton says it’s best not to reheat leftovers in plastic containers

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Well+GoodShanina Knighton, adjunct associate professor at Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, explained why it’s best not to reheat your leftovers in plastic containers. “When these plastics are heated, they can break down and release harmful chemicals into your food, increasing your exposure to toxins,” said Knighton.