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Out of the frying pan

Report-Out of the frying pan

Cooking utensils surprising, Teflon was banished from kitchens around the world for its properties suspected carcinogens. Now that dangerous side Teflon was discovered, Consumers seek alternatives to cooking utensils. India has always had a tradition of safe cooking utensils that were not only without danger, but also to its flavor and aroma of food cooked in them.

First time cooking in a Teflon pan without any liberal sprinkling of the oil or ghee is quite an experience for any cook. nonstick cookware promises easy cleaning and freedom of fat, but the safety of Teflon cookware is called into serious question.

Non-stick cookware can be deadly to birds, even DuPont, maker of Teflon, has a brochure does not use non-stick cookware with nearby birds. And although the promise that DuPont Teflon is harmless to humans, the question does not seem to be as simple as anticipated by the manufacture of Teflon cookware. If these toxic perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) fumes can kill birds within minutes, what can they do for us?

PFOA is a synthetic chemical that is used in the manufacture of traditional non-stick cookware. The coating itself is called polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)-more commonly called by its brand name Teflon. While PFOA is not present in the finished product Teflon, it can be formed as a gas when the coating is subjected to heat and begin to deteriorate. Some reports suggest that the heat does not need to be high for PFOA to be released. The U.S. Environment Protection Agency (EPA) Science Advisory Board recommends the upgrade of the class of a substance, PFOA in this case, "Carcinogenic to humans" to "probable human carcinogen."

The health risks shareholders are therefore undeniable that DuPont has voluntarily committed to eliminate sources of exposure to PFOA from their manufacturing operations and products by 2015. The EPA classifies PFOA as a carcinogen in animals, causing the testes, pancreas, mammary glands and tumors liver in rats. Workers exposed to PFOA have increased risks of dying or requiring treatment for pancreatic cancer and reproductive male. Numerous studies have shown that PFOA alters reproductive hormones in males, resulting in increased levels of estrogen and abnormal testosterone regulation and that PFOA or chemicals that break down into PFOA damage the thyroid gland. The list can go on and on, but what is important is that consumers are aware of the risks associated with use of Teflon cookware.

Another concern is aluminum. Aluminium conducts heat very well, but direct contact with food reactions. It is a soft metal and very reactive and can seep in food, especially when acidic foods are cooked and stored. For example, the tomato has been shown to contain 3-6 mg of aluminum (Per serving 100g) after cooking in

Aluminum pans, intake may be linked to Alzheimer's disease. Supporters of the battery aluminum cooking that one wonders how many molecules of aluminum get into food, but many scientists and doctors say it is a serious risk to health. Especially when a lot of scraping is involved masala curry while cooking in aluminum pots.

The safer alternatives

Aluminum Anodized Cookware anodized aluminum was made famous by Caphalon it is dark gray to black and has a smooth surface, but does not feel coated. The electrochemical process of anodization locks base metal of the pan, aluminum, making it nonporous and nonreactive. Aluminum is not available to leach into food, and cooks many consider an ideal non-stick cooking surface and anti-scratch. Anodization may, however time-division, especially with frequent cooking acidic foods such as sauces, or using caustic soaps curry masala.

Fonte: This may seem strange to those who do not know, but heavy cast iron stoves are beautifully non-stick when seasoned well (means and lightly oiled oven). They hold heat well and are good for cooking as they require little additional maintenance, but they are inexpensive and add a little iron to your diet as well.

Clad cookware: cookware layers is called "dressed". They are too expensive including All-Clad, pots and pans. Generally, stainless steel surrounds a sandwich other metals such as aluminum or copper. Stainless steel offers inert to the cooking surface, while the aluminum or copper improves thermal conductivity.

Iron Enamel: Enameled cast iron is more expensive than cast iron, but also more non-stick as cast regular. This cookware can chip unless to be very careful.

Glass: Glass is the most inert of all kitchen utensils, which means it does not leach metals or other ingredients in food.

Allen Green: This line of cookware is an anti-adhesive new material called Thermolon. It was announced as the first environmentally friendly, PFOA, cookware non-stick PTFE-free and uses a database ceramic nano-stick technology. It is relatively affordable. However, security is relatively new nanotechnology open to debate.

Stainless Steel Stainless is a good choice for a very healthy food because it is one of the most inert metals. It would leach a small amount of nickel. One drawback is that this is not conduct heat evenly, so steel "clad", as described above, is a better option.

Wok or Indian Karahi: Cheap and easy, a cooking utensil is worth its weight in gold. Make sure that a carbon steel or cast iron version, some western karahi woks are coated with Teflon.

without cooking tips-Stick: Stoves Teflon Anti-need a little oil, but the few extra calories is better than a bird poisoning or cancer.

The trick stick free for non-Teflon pans is temperature. The skillet should be hot! If food is added to a dish that's not too cool Instantly trigger. Searing results in the release of water, which prevents sticking.

Use common sense when considering burning: do not overload the skillet, heat the pan in proportion to the amount of food you're cooking, and remove food from the refrigerator before cooking to take the chill off.

Also remember this trick more of a leader when food hot, do not return too soon. The food needs to reach a surface slightly brown and crispy to browse or it will be, yes, stick.

Reference:

http://www.care2.com/greenliving/dangers-of-cookware-safe-alternatives.html

WHAT CAN YOU DO?

Although some exposures to PFCs are unavoidable, as a consumer, you can choose not to spend money Products containing Teflon. Here are some suggestions:

Replace Teflon cookware. Consider using stainless steel, cast iron, other types of cookware.

Look for the Teflon label on carpets and clothing. With normal wear, these coatings can decompose and contaminate your home and family. If you do not know if the fabric has been treated with Teflon, ask. Make it clear to the dealer that Teflon coatings are unacceptable to you.

Avoid fast food because of not only calories but also because of its packaging. Fast food is likely to be packed in boxes and PFC-coated paper. PFC, chemicals made from Teflon, are also used in containers for a wide variety of supermarket foods, including microwave French fries, pizza and popcorn.

Avoid cosmetics and toiletries with 'fluoro', 'perfluoro' or PTFE on the list of ingredients. Products that may contain PFC include lotions for the face and body, pressed powders, nail polish and shaving cream.

To read more log on www.consumer-voice.org

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