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According to the FDA and a study from the University of Clemson, aluminum from pots can leech into food. It depends on what and if the pot was coated with another material and the type of food. Certain acidic foods can react with the pot and cause more leeching. Scratches on the surface of the pot can also increase the leeching. Aluminum is a soft metal--that is why it can be made into foil.
See http://housewares.about.com/lw/Food-Drink/Cooking/Cookware-Should-You-Splurge-or-Save-.htm and http://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheets/hgic3864.htm
What else can I help you with?
Why do most pots and pans are made of aluminum?
They are made of Aluminum because aluminum gathers and stores heat.
Can aluminum go on the stove?
Simple answer: Most pots and pans are made of aluminum. So, YES.
Can aluminum pots be used pickling?
You should aviod the use of aluminum pots, pans, and prepware that comes into direct contact with food you are canning. The salts and acids of foods can react with it.
Are old pots and pans made of aluminum?
More modern cooking implements are made of aluminum or stainless steel, older pots and pans were made predominantly from cast iron, and prior to that copper
What the minerals in pots and pans?
Pots and pans rarely contain minerals. However, they DO contain metals, most commonly iron, aluminum and copper.
What kind of things do you use everyday that have aluminum in it?
soda cans and pots and pans
What are cooking pots made out of?
Steel. I think. The can be made of steel, aluminum, or copper.
What did British people donate to help build the Spitfire?
aluminum pots and pans
What are the minerals to make pots pans and other things to cook with?
Aluminum, iron, and copper.
What happens if non stick aluminum pots get discoloration?
its time to buy a new pot
Does it matter what your pots and pans are made of?
Typically, your pots that are made from iron will take a little longer to eat up as opposed to aluminum. There is some comound in the aluminum that allows the heat to spread quicker through it and thereby cook your food faster.
Is magnalite cookware considered reactive?
This type of cookware is made of aluminum which is a reactive and soft metal. During cooking, the aluminum can leech to the food being prepared.
