ITV Dr Amir warns 'stop doing this at lunch' over health risks

ITV Dr Amir warns 'stop doing this at lunch' over health risksThe ITV star said he does not do this any moreCommentsNewsFiona Callingham Lifestyle writer06:01, 06 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesDr Amir issued a warning about a popular type of meal(Image: Getty)A doctor has issued a warning over a common lunchtime habit. Doctor Amir Khan told people to “stop doing this at lunch”.‌When it comes to getting lunch, it can be a rush for many of us. Whether you’re working, studying, or looking after children, it can be hard to find enough time to prepare your food. Heating up leftovers or ready meals is therefore a popular choice. But this could have some serious consequences for your health.‌Speaking on an episode of his podcast No Appointment Necessary, Dr Amir explained more. Dr Amir, who is best known for his appearances on ITV, urged people against heating and even storing food in a plastic container.‌While the risks of this aren’t “definite”, he said they are “possible”. His co-host Cherry Healey asked: “What about microwaving your food in a plastic container?”To which, Dr Amir replied: “So to all of that I would say is now that I know what I know about the dementia study, the carotid artery study, is something that I do not do anymore. Not because it's definite, but because it might be possible.Content cannot be displayed without consent‌“When you store food in plastic containers, even just storing it in a plastic container, increases the risk of that food absorbing some of the microplastics within that container. If you then put it in the microwave, the heat really ramps up that risk.“The plastic becomes a little bit more unstable. And it gives off these microplastics into your food, you eat the food.”And the caption under the video said: “Heating up your lunch today? This is one of those things you wish you hadn’t heard… Heating food in plastic doesn’t just warm it - it can release microplastics into it.‌“Not definite but it might be possible. So, would you r...