New York City’s ban on Styrofoam products in food service establishments, stores and manufacturers went into effect July 1.

Products such as trays, cups, plates, clamshell containers and even packing peanuts cannot be used within the five boroughs.

Yay New York City! May others follow.

Styrofoam food service ware leaches toxic styrene into foods and beverages. Studies have determined that all humans have styrene in their blood.