Why are paper plates bad?įound on paper plates, VOCs have been determined by the EPA to possibly contribute to both long- and short-term health problems, including headaches, loss of coordination, and damage to your liver, kidney, and central nervous system. PFAS have been introduced as the solution to this problem.
As eco-friendly plates are designed to eliminate the need for plastic, another material was needed to achieve oil and water resistance. In traditional paper plates and bowls, there is a plastic film that provides the oil and water resistance. Before you microwave a paper plate or bowl, be sure that it’s clearly marked as microwave safe. Plain paper plates can be microwaved, but some disposable tableware is actually coated in a thin layer of plastic.
