Disease risks from non-stick coatings for pots and pans

Non-stick pots and pans contain PFOA (Perflurooctanoic Acid), a carcinogenic compound that releases toxic fumes when cooked.

Non-stick pots and pans are useful kitchen utensils today, but they pose many health risks due to the non-stick substance PFOA. Below are 10 dangers of using non-stick pots and pans.

Hypothyroidism

PFOA (Perflurooctanoic Acid) is a compound of fluoride and fluoride, which is basically a poison that can cause hypothyroidism by disrupting the thyroid gland. So, regularly using non-stick cookware can cause you to absorb a lot of PFOA and easily lead to hypothyroidism.

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Cognitive disorders

One of the dangers of using non-stick pots and pans is cognitive disorders caused by fluoride in PFOA released from pots and pans.

Bone disease

Regular use of non-stick cookware leads to brittle bone disease - a condition that makes your bones prone to fractures.

Cancer

PFOA can accumulate in teeth, bones and the pituitary gland, increasing the risk of many types of cancer.

Heart attack

Studies have also shown that daily exposure to PFOA can increase triglyceride levels in the body, which is one of the biggest dangers of nonstick cookware. High levels of triglycerides in your body can increase your risk of heart attack, stroke, and heart disease.

Reproductive problems

Daily exposure to PFOA is very harmful to pregnant women because it can cause reproductive problems and some birth defects such as low birth weight, changes in the size of the fetus's head...

Immune system

One of the dangers of nonstick cookware is that it can weaken your immune system.

Liver

Toxic gases released from non-stick pots and pans can be dangerous to your liver and pancreas.

Kidney

Some animal studies have also shown that PFOA can impair the kidneys.

Cholesterol level

PFOA may also increase your cholesterol levels if you use nonstick cookware more often.

Using cast iron pots and pans is a better alternative because cast iron has natural non-stick properties. You can switch to traditional cast iron pots and pans for a healthy lifestyle. If you still want to cook on non-stick pots and pans, cook on low heat and avoid heating the pots and pans above 2600C to avoid the decomposition of toxic compounds.

According to VnExpress