A piece of raw steak and a chef’s knife rest on a sleek, grey rectangular cutting board. The board is positioned on a light wood-textured countertop. In the background, a smaller wooden board holds fresh tomatoes, a green bell pepper, and leafy greens.

From a food safety standpoint, stainless steel is not inherently safer than plastic. Center for Food Safety courtesy faculty member Dr. Carla Schwan shared her expertise with Martha Stewart on how a proper cutting board is the key to safe meal prepping. Read the full article: Are Stainless Steel Cutting Boards Healthier Than Plastic? Experts Weigh In

Meet the Expert

Carla Luisa Schwan

Carla Luisa Schwan

Assistant Professor

Family & Consumer Sciences

208 Hoke Smith Annex

Athens, GA 30602