What does a healthy cooking utensil mean?

There are many choices of kitchen utensils, which are essential in a house. What we do not know, however, is which of the utensils we have chosen are suitable for a healthy, quality and safe cooking. Below is a brief listing of the plus and cons of the most popular cooking utensils as well as our own suggestions.

Pay attention to the cooking tools you choose

Metal tools can scratch cookware, while plastics can melt and release harmful substances into your food. The most suitable are the wooden cooking tools but also the silicone tools. They protect your utensils from ruptures and keep your food safe.

Non-stick utensils

Who does not have a non-stick pan in the kitchen? Easy to use and clean, non-stick cookware enjoys great popularity. Also, it does not require a large amount of fat which is positive for the diet. 

In recent years there has been a link between the non-stick cookware and the increased risk of some types of cancer due to the chemical contained - PFOA, which can be released if the temperatures develop are too high (260 ° C and above). ). Our proposal is the Terrestrial series. The utensils are made and packaged from recyclable materials. The excellent and durable ceramic coating ensures high abrasion resistance and high temperatures (up to 300 ° C). They are produced in such a way that there is a significant reduction in carbon dioxide emissions and do not contain PTFE and PFOA.

Ceramics

Τhis is probably the safest cooking utensil. The enamel baking surface is considered non-reactive so any harmful chemical will not end up in your food. Sometimes, of course, the paints and polishes used to make them can contain a dangerous substance, cadmium. The solution; Choose white ceramics!

Aluminum utensils

Aluminum is a durable material, lightweight and recyclable. However, its use has some risks, as it is a metal that acts as a neurotoxin and has been linked to diseases of the central nervous system, such as dementia and Alzheimer's.

Glassware

Prefer glassware. It is a safer choice, they are durable and are more environmentally friendly. The only problem is that they are not non-stick but this is not so important in relation to the positives.

Teflon utensils

Teflon is probably the most toxic material on the list, but many choose it because it is convenient and non-stick. When heated to over 300° C , it releases toxins into food, extremely harmful to humans.

Stainless steel utensils

These are utensils that are economical, resistant to rust and corrosion, do not scratch easily and for these reasons are popular. You must follow the manufacturer's instructions when cleaning it in order to maintain it properly.

Ecological Utensils Nature

We meet them in recent years and they are non-stick utensils, but with a difference from the conventional ones in the type of coating. Their coating is a ceramic non-stick of stone, which is free from the dangerous substances PTFE and PFOA. It withstands high temperatures, does not release toxic gases when overheated and is resistant to abrasions.

The 5 non-stick coatings give long life to the utensils. They ensure perfectly healthy cooking, with a perfect taste as if you were cooking on natural stone. The non-slip, ergonomic handle with a wood face, stays cold even after cooking hours and allows the user to easily handle the utensil. The NATURE series utensils are designed to withstand sudden temperature changes and are very easy to clean.

What to avoid!

Avoid Teflon and aluminum! The health risks are many and serious. Both materials contain dangerous chemicals so they are extremely toxic. Aluminum is not as toxic as Teflon, but it has been shown to release chemicals into food during the cooking process

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