Our science writer reports that the consensus in the medical community is that the use of aluminum cookware poses no health threat.
Is aluminum toxic?
Aluminum toxicity
The toxic effects of aluminum mainly concern the central nervous system (encephalopathy, psychomotor disorders) and bone tissue.
Why not cook in aluminum?
aluminum foil
Aluminum is a very potent neurotoxin that does not tolerate heat. Therefore, if used as baking paper, it may transfer some of its toxic particles to food.”
Which pan to choose for health?
Prefer pans or saucepans in 18/10 stainless steel or natural cast iron. If you opt for pans with a non-stick coating, check that the coating does not contain chemicals such as PFOA or APFO. Some brands also offer cadmium-free, lead-free and arsenic-free cookware.
Is aluminum food safe?
Indeed, aluminum is very widely present in our daily lives. It is used in particular by the food industry for production, preservation as an additive and for packaging foodstuffs in trays and boxes.
Can aluminum be put in the oven?
Put the aluminum foil in the oven
Aluminum can become toxic if it is ingested in large quantities, if it is mixed with acidic products (lemon or tomato for example) or if it is heated! It is therefore better to avoid putting it in the oven to cook your food in it.
How to eliminate aluminum in the body?
It is a substance that “traps” heavy metals and creates compounds that the body can eliminate through urine. The chelator par excellence is EDTA, but it must be injected under strict medical supervision. There are natural alternatives such as coriander or the algae Chlorella pyrenoidosa.
Can aluminum catch fire?
It has been shown that liquid aluminum does not ignite, even at very high temperatures, and under oxygen pressure. It therefore does not participate in the “charge of the fire”.
Why do Jews put aluminum foil in the kitchen?
Certain parts of the house which are very difficult to purify of their dross, in particular the interior of the kitchen, are nowadays covered with aluminum foil among very observant Jews, to isolate them during the feast.
Why not put aluminum in the fridge?
However, it is proven that this type of packaging is highly toxic! Aluminum particles migrate in food packaged in this way and end up in our body! The same goes for soda cans, tin cans, etc.
What are the healthiest casseroles?
Inox, or stainless steel, is one of the healthiest materials for cooking. It is more environmentally friendly because it does not contain any chemicals. It is an inert material: it does not modify the taste, appearance or smell of food.
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