A 2022 study conducted by researchers at the University of Newcastle and Flinders University in Australia yielded alarming results regarding Teflon-coated (non-stick) cookware.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Results:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Researchers found that a single small scratch on a pan can release approximately 9,100 microplastic particles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If the coating is more damaged (such as with cracks or peeling), the release can reach up to 2.3 million microplastic and nanoplastic particles during the cooking of just one meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What are these particles?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
They are very small particles derived from a material called PTFE (Teflon). These particles belong to a class of chemicals known as PFAS, or \u201cperennial chemicals,\u201d which can remain in the body and the environment for extended periods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Research is still underway to better understand the health effects of ingesting these solid particles compared to absorbing the chemicals themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Important tip:
If your pan has visible scratches or is peeling, it\u2019s best to replace it immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, use wooden or silicone utensils instead of metal ones to avoid scratching the coating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Question:
Are you thinking of replacing your pan now if it\u2019s scratched, or are you still not convinced of the seriousness of this?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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