INSTEAD OF VINYL LUNCH BOXES, USE…Tasty Lunch Tote HEALTH BOOST This lightweight neoprene sack is a safe alternative to vinyl, which may contain lead, says the center for environmental health. The bag keeps food hot (or cold) for up to 4 hours. ($22; builtny.com) INSTEAD OF PLASTIC CONTAINERS, USE…LunchBots Pico HEALTH BOOST This rust-resistant container is made of stainless steel that contains no chemicals or toxins, including BPA. ($13; lunchbots.com) INSTEAD OF PLASTIC BAGS, USE…Fresh Snack Pack HEALTH BOOST Made of ethylene-vinyl acetate, a plastic deemed safe for food storage by the EPA and FDA, this reusable and washable pouch acts like a plastic bag but won’t end up in a landfill, where it could harm soil and water supplies. ($4.50; freshsnackpack.com)
