HealthyPIG Magazine
Are Teflon non-stick pans safe to use?
People around the world use nonstick pots and pans in their daily cooking. The non-stick coating is perfect for flipping pancakes, flipping sausages and frying eggs. It can be used for cooking delicate foods that may stick to the pan. But there is controversy surrounding nonstick coatings, such as Teflon. Some sources claim they are harmful and linked to health conditions such as cancer, while other sources insist that cooking with nonstick cookware is completely safe. This article details nonstick cookware, its health effects, and whether it's safe to cook with.
Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), Teflon and related chemicals
PTFE has been in commercial use since the 1940s. It has a wide range of uses because it is very stable (does not react with other chemicals) and provides a virtually friction-free surface. Most people are familiar with it as a nonstick coated surface for pans and other cookware. It is also used in many other products such as fabric protectants.
