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Multi-Cookers For Every Kind of Household

Whether you have a large family or live alone, there is always a magic multicooker to suit every kind of home. It could be a one-person pot, or a big sharing one - these popular Electric Multi Cookers do the cooking for you so you spend less time on great meals.

Not all of us are fortunate enough to be spending these lockdown times with our family or housemates. For those who are alone at home, under quarantine, or simply a healthcare worker living solo to protect their family, cooking for oneself can be a huge chore. Almost the same amount of preparation and cleaning goes into making a solo meal as cooking for two or more people. That is why this portable multi-cooker is an amazing find! Small, portable and easy-to-clean, this multi cooker is perfect for studio flats, tiny rental rooms, or just those without access to a kitchen. A dual cookware system allows you to both fry and boil – so you can whip up an automatic stir fry cooker to pair with a hearty carrot ginger turmeric soup. We love how both the pot and non-stick frying pan can be stacked together and used as a take-away container – ideal for all you hardworking essential services folks who still want to eat home-cooked food. Even the handles can be folded in when not in use, saving you precious storage space. What is more, you can brew a soothing Luo Han Guo Tea in a flat-based teapot (not included) for rainy days. It is definitely one of the best solo multi cookers out there!

It is important to keep your grill clean, but using a wire grill brush can be more dangerous than helpful.

Wire brushes have always been the standard for cleaning grill grates. However, it is been found that the bristles can actually break off and wind up in your food. Consumer Reports even issued a warning against using these brushes a couple of years ago.

Here is what you need to know about wire grill brush danger.

Why a Wire Grill Brush Can Be Dangerous

As you might expect, wire barbecue grill brush bristles are sharp. And one study revealed that between 2002 and 2014, around 1,700 Americans had to go to the emergency room after accidentally ingesting wire bristles. And those were just the reported cases! They can cause severe damage internally, and may even require emergency surgery.

Health Canada even pushed for a new national standard to help stop these incidents from happening.

Wire Grill Brush Alternatives

Luckily, this is a problem with an easy solution, because it is possible to clean your grill tools without a wire brush. There are plenty of other methods that work just as well, if not better.

For people with smaller grills, a giant brush isn’t really necessary. This expert metal grill brush and scrub pad is perfect for quick cleans between uses and really gets the job done.

How to Reduce Wire Grill Brush Danger

If you currently have a wire brush, give it a good once-over. If it has any loose or missing bristles, toss it. It is better to use some aluminum foil on the fly than take a chance with the wire grill cleaning brush. Make sure to double-check your grill as well and to check for stray bristles stuck on the grates.

So you might agree with me that health is the most important concern for everyone. But do you know that most of the fruit and vegetable we consume are contaminated with unknown pathogens, artificial waxes and harmful chemicals which comes from pesticides and negligence manhandling? One good way to reduce the chances of ingesting harmful substances and live a healthier lifestyle is to clean your vegetables and fruits before consuming them. You can achieve this without stress by using an ultrasonic vegetable and fruit cleaner.

The Vegetable Washing Machine is built to be portable, measuring only 4.5 inches. The size makes it perfect to take along when traveling. It helps to take care of your laundry, and that is why it is regarded as the smallest ultrasonic portable washing machine in the world. The device is constructed with medical-grade, high-quality stainless steel which makes it possible to serve you a lifetime.

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Industries and commercial environments are subjected to more demanding performance characteristics. They focus more on quality than a cost. For instance, healthcare industries select equipment that enables healthcare services to function at an optimum level. Therefore, decision-makers of various industries have chosen the inherent benefits of products composed of commercial-grade stainless steel for a myriad of reasons. Stainless steel products is the top choice in many industries, that is why professional manufacturers such as Aditya Steel Industries are delivering customers’ choice for years.

Why Opt for Stainless Steel?

One of the primary reasons people opt to use stainless steel is its benefits and physical specifications. The most popular property is its corrosion resistance, and there are more. Due to such resistance to high and low temperatures, stainless steel is used for several applications and is required in various industries.

Also, the stainless steel has high sheer strength. It is used in the building and construction industry. This aesthetic appeal makes stainless steel the choice of many.

Stainless steel materials such as sinks, water tubes, and taps are not only generated from one of the most environmentally sustainable metals commonly utilized for constructions; they also functional and health advantages.

Following are the top seven reasons why stainless steel products are the top choice in many industries-

Stainless Steel Possesses the Healing Feature

Applicable for many architectural, industrial, consumer, and chemical uses for more than half a century, stainless steel is crucially low-carbon steel that contains chromium at 10% or more by weight. The presence of chromium content of steel permits adherent, rough, invisible corrosion-resisting chromium oxide surfaced on the steel. If damaged chemically or mechanically, this surface is self-healing, given that oxygen in a minimal amount is present.

Stainless Steel Provides the Highest Degree of Cleanliness on any Surface.

According to the stainless steel manufacturers in Haryana, delivering more excellent hygiene valued steel is compatible with the healthcare environment and encourages cleanliness in any professional organization. The efficiency of cleaning agents on stainless steel is thrice times greater than that of aluminum or polymers. If cleaned and maintained properly, stainless steel surfaces diminish bio-burden that cause infection or disease.

Stainless Steel Delivers Unsurpassed Structural Durability and Strength

Steel is one of the well-known strongest materials. As compared to other types of concrete surface products, stainless steel has an incredible strength to weight benefit that makes it ideal for the commercial environments that depend on liquid containment and sanitary conditions. Stainless steel sinks in the pantry can withstand impact and thermal extremes, forming them as the best choice for medical and industrial applications.

Highly Resistant to Corrosion

The corrosion resistance and other helpful properties of the stainless steel are boosted by enhanced chromium/nickel content. The industry people must know the nature of the environment and the presence of the degree of corrosion. Stainless steel differs from various industries. The steel used in the healthcare sector might not be reliable for the educational sector. Therefore, a buyer needs to be knowledgeable about the same.

Stainless Steel Offers the Effective and Long-term Value

As it features durability and low maintenance, stainless steel is the least expensive material option while considering the total life cycle costs. The lasting duration of stainless steel is 15 years to 25 years and is easily replaced due to interior upgrades or renovations than the sink it self’s degradations. Moreover, stainless steel requires only minimal maintenance that is economical and good for the environment as well.

Stainless Steel is formable into Virtually Any Size, Shape, and Surface Type

Some of the stainless steels in Haryana are non-magnetic steels that can easily cut, welded, formed, fabricated, and machined, producing it highly suitable for a large number of applications in all kinds of architectural work and products. It composes 18% chromium and 8% nickel. There are a virtually endless number of applications for stainless steel in professional areas. From utensil holders to sinks, drinking taps to soap dispensers, and more, stainless steel is the global material chosen smartly.

Easy Handling and Versatility

Stainless steel in a commercial kitchen is extremely sturdy. It does not require extra attention even after challenging cooking. Burnt bottoms, greasy surfaces, and spicy gravy stains can be easily removed and washed off with soap; therefore, it can be used for years. Also, stainless steel cookware, surfaces, and equipment are perfect for every cooking method and food volume. The stainless steel is versatile to use.

To conclude, there are many good reasons behind the stainless steel as the best choice for many. It has superior features and benefits in commercial and residential applications. Moreover, the applications shown by the stainless steel manufacturers in Haryana and other states make it prepared for safe and cost-effective functions. Thus, one should invest wisely for long-term effects.

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Are Silicones Safer Than Plastics?

Are Silicones Safer Than Plastics? Find Out!

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In the recent times, there has been an upsurge in the use of silicones. They look bright, colourful and pretty. Plus, they have been marketed as safer alternatives to plastics. Right from storage containers to baby bottle nipples, you can find them everywhere. Baking world also uses them as they are claimed to be best suited for the high temperatures involved. The same goes for ice cube trays to be placed in the freezer. So, it is kind of in both extremes. Let us find out whether they are safe! But before that, let us know a little more about where else you find them the most and what they are!

Where else can you find silicones?

You can find them in,

Personal care products

Cosmetics

Industrial goods

What are silicones?

Silicones are a hybrid between synthetic plastic polymers and synthetic rubbers. They have properties similar to plastic. Being easy to clean, non-staining and nonstick, they are great for cookware! However, not rendered completely safe.

People feel that silicones are natural but it is not so. Just like most plastic polymers, silicones are synthetic by nature. The raw material used to make silicone resins is silica.

Can silicones be toxic?

Now, this is what is actually bothering many! And there is no clear answer. They are said to be relatively safe as they are stable at high temperatures and are resistant to chemicals. Experts say that silicones are safe for food and drink. It is believed to be a safer bet than nonstick cookware.

Research does say that silicones are very stable but this doesn’t mean that they are inert. Simply put, there can be leaching. It has been seen in silicone nipples. Siloxanes released in milk and baby formula according to one study. These compounds are can cause cancer.

So, when it comes to the safety of siliocones, there are weak points and loopholes! So, keep your eyes wide open!

Top tips to use silicone

As a precaution, you should avoid using silicones whenever possible. Here are some tips to help you out:

Ensure that silicone is either of medical grade or at least food grade. The chances of leaching are less with higher quality.

Pinch a flat silicone surface and if you see anything white, it means that it has a filler. It may leach into your food. So, it is better not to use it.

Don’t put nipples and pacifiers in the dishwasher. If they are worn out or get cloudy, replace them.

For cooking, it is advised to avoid silicone totally. You have glass, stainless steel and ceramic for cooking and baking purposes. Keep silicones as the last resort, when you have nothing else at hand. Though they are safer than Teflon, it is better to avoid them. It may not be a good idea to expose silicones to crazily high temperatures when it comes to food.

You can use silicone spoons, spatulas, pot holders and mitts as they don’t come into contact with food for long, but it is always advised that you avoid using them directly for food.

Hope you liked reading this post on Silicones!

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Is Silicone Safe or Is Silicone Toxic?

Silicone bakeware and cookware has been a fun addition to modern kitchens, but is silicone safe for baking and cooking?

If you're like me, you've been tempted to try out all of the fun colors and shapes of silicone products like molds for Homemade Gummies, to muffin tins for these Oat Bran Muffins, to spatulas that glide effortlessly along the insides of pans to scrape out every last bit of Buckwheat Pancake batter….but again, we have to ask the question, is silicone toxic?

Committing to nontoxic living can take a lot of work, and it seems like every week we discover that yet another product potentially endangers our health. *sigh*

As studies have revealed that plastics and Teflon pose risks to human health, silicone kitchenware has become an increasingly popular option. It’s nonstick, stands up to high temperatures, and goes through the dishwasher. But is silicone safe for all the purposes we’re putting it to? Or is silicone toxic?

Unfortunately, the jury’s still out on this one.

This is a perennial problem green-living families face, having to make decisions about their households using the limited information available.

There just hasn’t been much research on silicone. We can follow the precautionary principle, which means avoiding things we don’t have enough safety data on.

We can also take a pragmatic view. Since there’s just no avoiding all toxins in this day and age, each of us has to make decisions about which risks we’re comfortable living with.

So when there’s clear data — like the numerous chemicals we can easily filter out of water to make tap water safe and avoid by choosing making homemade cleaners or choosing non-toxic cleaners  — we do it.

In other cases, we might strike a middle ground, accepting a little risk when it doesn’t seem a clear threat to health.

Silicone cookware might be one of those cases.

Is Silicone Safe? What We Know Right Now

Silicone is a synthesized rubber made by combining the element silicon with oxygen or carbon.

In the form made with oxygen, it’s in the category of products the FDA labels “GRAS,” short for “Generally Regarded as Safe,” which essentially means that there’s no data to suggest otherwise.

Claims abound that silicone is inert and doesn’t leach chemicals into food cooked in it, but there’s little research to back them up.

What few studies exist actually suggest the opposite.

Most studies on silicone have focused on medical uses, including tubing and implants. Only a few studies have analyzed migration of silicone into food, finding evidence that tiny silicone particles called siloxanes can indeed migrate when in contact with food (source and source), especially higher-fat foods like meat. (source)

There are some other issues to consider when evaluating silicone safety. While food-grade silicone shouldn’t contain any non-silicone fillers (likely made with compounds like plastics you’re trying to avoid), many cheaper products may.

Debra Lynn Dadd, a sharp researcher into issues related to Multiple Chemical Sensitivity, notes that because petroleum products are sometimes used to synthesize silicone, those with sensitivity to petroleum might have trouble with silicone. (source) She also found evidence that high temperatures could cause silicone to release formaldehyde. (source)

And then there’s the issue of all those bright colorants used — how can we know what’s in them? I contacted several companies to ask but haven’t heard back from them.

It’s important to note that the studies above did not look for other substances, like fillers or colorants, that might also migrate into food from prolonged contact or at high temperatures.

Is Silicone Safe? What to Do About Silicone Cookware

The limited information we have would suggest we should proceed with caution. When there’s a good alternative to silicone, I would say use that instead. (More on these alternatives below.)

But is silicone toxic? Should we toss all our silicone products?

That may not be necessary, but it’s a question of the level of risk you’re comfortable with. With all the other known health hazards permeating our food supplies and homes, silicone contamination probably shouldn’t be at the top of your list of products to toss.

Some tips if you decide to use silicone:

Look for the words “100% food-grade silicone” when you’re considering buying something made of silicone.

Try the “twist test” on silicone you already own. If you see white when you twist it, it likely contains fillers with unknown ingredients. Take extra precautions with those pieces if you choose to keep them, reserving them for non-food uses and/or avoiding high heat.

The limited data we have on how silicone behaves at higher temperatures suggests it’s wise to skip the silicone for baking and other high-temperature cooking.

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Is Silicone Safe? Alternatives to Silicone

Now that we've tried to answer the question, “Is Silicone Toxic?”, you might be wondering what the alternatives are.

Seasoned cast iron is probably your safest bet. There are plenty of skillet recipes out there that go from stove to oven, and you can get baking pans made out of cast iron as well. [add links] As an added bonus, cast iron is virtually indestructible and lasts forever. The seasoning keeps it nonstick and won’t chip off like Teflon-coated nonstick bakeware, which you definitely want to avoid.

You might also look at ceramic cookware, like Ceramcor or Le Creuset.

Cookie sheets (preferably stainless steel rather than aluminum or non-stick) can be greased well rather than using a silicone mat. You can also try unbleached parchment paper.

Popsicles (like these Sugar-free Fudgesicles or Key Lime Popsicles) can be made in metal molds if you want to skip silicone.

Instead of a silicone spatula use a wooden spoon, bamboo spoon, or metal spatula.

What about candy molds, which come in contact with heated liquid, though not for the prolonged period that bakeware does? Homemade Gummies are the health-conscious mom’s best friend, and there isn’t really a great alternative to silicone molds. Same goes for Homemade Marshmallows or Molded Chocolate Candies.

If you have pure silicone and are less concerned about chemical migration at lower temperatures, this fix is pretty simple: Let homemade gummy or heated candy mixtures cool a bit before pouring.

If you want to avoid silicone molds altogether, you can use glass bakeware or ceramic bakeware and cut your homemade gummies or candies into cubes, or you can use a candy recipe that doesn’t require a mold.  [add links]

Is Silicone Safe? The Bottom Line

I’ve acquired a few silicone pieces in the last several years — gummy molds, a bake mat, some popsicle molds, kids’ squeezers, and a spatula. Having looked into the details on silicone, and particularly considering the unknown chemicals in the bright colorants used in most, I’m somewhat concerned about what might be migrating into my family’s food when we use them.

But I’m far more concerned about what might be migrating from the plastic wrapping so much food comes packaged in — everything from organic cheese to nuts to the gelatin we use in our gummies. And most of us can’t avoid all those sources of contamination, though we can limit them to some extent.

I will probably keep using much of my silicone for awhile, though I will avoid high-temperature uses and cool our gummy liquid more before pouring. I will certainly think twice before buying more silicone, and I think skipping the bakeware is wise.

Maybe future studies on silicone safety will convince me that it’s time to throw out all our silicone, but I don’t think there’s enough evidence to warrant that yet.

I’m resigned to the fact that my kids are growing up in a toxic environment. I know I can’t protect them from everything. But they’re lucky I know enough to keep at bay a much larger percentage of the daily chemical onslaught than the vast majority of their peers.

I’m adding silicone to the list of things we’ll be slowly (not fanatically) replacing in our house.

If you’re trying to keep toxins from your home and kitchen, these things should probably be higher priorities:

Make your homemade cleaners

Switch to non-toxic store bought cleaners or homemade cleaners 

Find non-toxic store bought or homemade homemade cleaners

Avoid artificial food additives 

There are at least 5 additional ways toxins sneak into your home. Pick up a free checklist and resource guide to rooting them out here.

How about you? Do you use silicone in your kitchen? Will you keep using it after reading this information on “Is Silicone Safe”?

Susannah is a freelance health and environmental writer obsessed with making our world and ourselves healthier and greener. She blogs at HealthyGreenSavvy, where she shares super-practical ways to eat well, reduce exposure to toxins, and shrink our ecological impact.

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