Toxic items in your kitchen you need to get rid of for good

Updated On Mar 14, 2023 12:48 PM IST

Here are a few most common and surprising kitchen items that could be toxic for your health.

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Eating organic food has become a lifestyle choice of many but that is not the only way of eliminating toxins. The utensils you use to cook your meals and other kitchen gadgets can play a huge role in affecting your health. Here are some common toxic items that you may want to consider removing from your kitchen for good. (Unsplash)

Updated on Mar 14, 2023 12:48 PM IST

Eating organic food has become a lifestyle choice of many but that is not the only way of eliminating toxins. The utensils you use to cook your meals and other kitchen gadgets can play a huge role in affecting your health. Here are some common toxic items that you may want to consider removing from your kitchen for good. (Unsplash)

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Aluminum Foil: Cooking with aluminum foil can leach aluminum into your food, which can be harmful to your health. It is best to use parchment paper or a silicone mat instead. (Unsplash)

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Aluminum Foil: Cooking with aluminum foil can leach aluminum into your food, which can be harmful to your health. It is best to use parchment paper or a silicone mat instead. (Unsplash)

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Cleaning Products: Many cleaning products contain toxic chemicals like ammonia and chlorine bleach. Consider using natural cleaning products like vinegar and baking soda. (File Photo (Shutterstock))

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Cleaning Products: Many cleaning products contain toxic chemicals like ammonia and chlorine bleach. Consider using natural cleaning products like vinegar and baking soda. (File Photo (Shutterstock))

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Pesticides: Pesticides can be harmful to your health, especially if they are used on food. Consider buying organic produce or growing your own fruits and vegetables without the use of pesticides. (File Photo (iStock))

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Pesticides: Pesticides can be harmful to your health, especially if they are used on food. Consider buying organic produce or growing your own fruits and vegetables without the use of pesticides. (File Photo (iStock))

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Non-Stick Cookware: Non-stick cookware can release harmful chemicals when heated, including perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). It is best to switch to cookware made from safer materials like stainless steel or cast iron. (File Photo (Amazon))

Updated on Mar 14, 2023 12:48 PM IST

Non-Stick Cookware: Non-stick cookware can release harmful chemicals when heated, including perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). It is best to switch to cookware made from safer materials like stainless steel or cast iron. (File Photo (Amazon))

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Plastic Containers: Plastic containers can release harmful chemicals like bisphenol-A (BPA) and phthalates into your food. It is best to switch to glass or stainless steel containers. (AFP)

Updated on Mar 14, 2023 12:48 PM IST

Plastic Containers: Plastic containers can release harmful chemicals like bisphenol-A (BPA) and phthalates into your food. It is best to switch to glass or stainless steel containers. (AFP)

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