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News Topical, Digital Desk : Aluminum utensils are a common item in our kitchens. They're lightweight, inexpensive, and easy to clean. But did you know that cooking in these utensils can have serious health effects?
Yes, eating food cooked in aluminum for extended periods can be harmful to your health and can lead to many serious illnesses. Let's explore the dangers of aluminum utensils and how to prevent them.
What is aluminum?
Aluminum is a lightweight metal used in utensils, foil, and packaging. When food is cooked, heat and acidic foods like tomatoes, lemons, and yogurt leach aluminum particles into the food.
Harm to the body
- Effect on the brain: Excessive amount of aluminium in the body can cause brain-related diseases like Alzheimer's.
- Kidney damage – The kidneys have difficulty filtering aluminum, which gradually increases the risk of kidney failure .
- Bone weakness – Aluminum inhibits calcium absorption. This can weaken bones and increase the risk of osteoporosis.
- Digestive problems – Eating food cooked in aluminium utensils can cause problems like gas, acidity and stomach ache.
- Cancer risk: Eating food cooked in aluminum utensils for a long time can increase toxins in the body, which can also cause cancer .
In which utensils is it safe to cook?
- Stainless steel – This is a strong metal, hence safe for health.
- Cast Iron – Makes food nutritious and rich in iron.
- Glass and clay pots – are toxin-free and natural.
- Copper (copper utensils) – used properly can be beneficial for health.
Preventive measures
- Do not cook acidic or sour food in aluminum utensils.
- Do not store food in aluminum foil for a long time.
- Gradually increase the use of stainless steel and cast iron utensils.
- Avoid scrubbing an aluminium cooker or pan, as this can cause the metal to dissolve quickly and leach into the food.
- Aluminium utensils are common in every household due to their convenience and cheapness, but the health hazards hidden behind them cannot be ignored.
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