A practical swap: Are beeswax wraps worth it? The problem: The hidden cost of convenience Plastic wrap is one of those kitchen staples most of us use without a second thought—until we start noticing just how often it shows up. Cover a bowl, wrap a sandwich, store some leftovers – it adds up quickly. And unfortunately plastic wrap is hard to recycle thanks to food residue and its thin, clingy design, so most of it ends up in landfill. Beyond the waste, there’s also growing awareness around plastics and microplastics—not just in the environment, but in our food and bodies—which makes those small, everyday choices feel a bit more important.…