Could your non-stick frying pan be poisoning you without you realizing it?

 

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.

🔬 Results:

Researchers found that a single small scratch on a pan can release approximately 9,100 microplastic particles.

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.

🧪 What are these particles?

They are very small particles derived from a material called PTFE (Teflon). These particles belong to a class of chemicals known as PFAS, or "perennial chemicals," which can remain in the body and the environment for extended periods.

Research is still underway to better understand the health effects of ingesting these solid particles compared to absorbing the chemicals themselves.

⚠️ Important tip:
If your pan has visible scratches or is peeling, it's best to replace it immediately.

Also, use wooden or silicone utensils instead of metal ones to avoid scratching the coating.

💬 Question:
Are you thinking of replacing your pan now if it's scratched, or are you still not convinced of the seriousness of this?