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non-stick pans...bad?
why are non-stick pans bad for you??
I read it off someones advice...
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i think they're more good than bad. the bad part would be if you're using really old teflon, and you heat it up a lot and it flakes off in your food. but that doesn't happen very often.
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<< Go on that page, click Ctrl F and type in NON-STICK, then hit enter. It should highlight you straight to the spot where it talks about pros and cons of nonstick pots and pans. :]
Pros:
-Little to no oil needed, for healthier cooking.
-Nonstick pans are particularly good for egg and fish dishes, ideally cooked over a medium heat.
-Nonstick pans are affordable, easy to use and easy to clean. Just make sure to clean them with nonscratching tools.
Cons:
-Can easily scratch the surface and remove the non-stick surface.
-According to Health Canada, nonstick pans can be a health risk if heated above 350C/650F, which could easily happen if you leave an empty pan on a hot burner. Use such pans only on low to medium heat and don't leave them empty or unattended.
-The chemical used to make nonstick pans, PTFE, is suspected to be carcinogenic, although research on whether exposure to the pans is dangerous is inconclusive. There is also evidence that carcinogens are released during the manufacturing process. The Canadian Cancer Society offers more information on the health risks of nonstick pans on its website.
And, of course, I'd always advise checking out MarthaStewart.com, because God knows that woman's a genius.
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