
24. It’s dangerous to heat takeout containers.
If you’ve ever reheated your takeout in the container it came in, then you may have put yourself at risk of exposure to styrene. Styrene is used in the creation of a variety of things, including many types of food containers.

Studies have shown that repeated exposure to this chemical can increase your risk of cancers like leukemia and lymphoma, as well as cancer of your pancreas or esophagus. While most people will only experience the potential of styrene exposure through food containers, people who work in fabrication can also be exposed. You can limit your risk of exposure at home by directly transferring your takeout to a standard plate or bowl!