Understanding What Ceramic Cookware Is Made Of

Understanding What Ceramic Cookware Is Made Of

Over the years, many shoppers looking for a new set of pans have learned about the dangers of two substances in cookware coatings — perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). Dupont's Teflon brand popularized these substances in cookware in the mid-1900s. After extensive research, backlash and regulatory action, Teflon phased out PFOA, but its successor, PTFE, still persists and can release toxic fumes at high heat.

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Health Benefits of Ceramic Cookware

Health Benefits of Ceramic Cookware

Not all products are made equally, and this fact is especially true for two things — health products and cookware. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the materials we use to prepare food can impact our health. Cooking is a chemical process. It involves heat and foods that have a unique chemical makeup and properties. Some foods, such as acidic tomatoes, react with materials like metals, which can affect the flavor and textures of food, as well as your health.

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Mastering the Art of Cooking With Ceramic Cookware

Mastering the Art of Cooking With Ceramic Cookware

Between sourcing fresh ingredients, pairing unique flavors and sprinkling the perfect amount of seasoning into your dish — cooking is an art form. One way to further enhance your craft is by learning how to use ceramic cookware effectively. 

Our guide will provide a helpful overview of ways to use your ceramic cookware so that each meal is a chef's kiss. By giving your skillets, pans and Dutch ovens a little TLC from the start, you can use them to prepare your favorite dishes for years to come.

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7 Ways Home Cooking Beats Eating Out

7 Ways Home Cooking Beats Eating Out

You go to a restaurant or order takeout when you aren't in the mood to cook or want to try something different and exciting. However, there's a distinct trend away from eating out as more people realize the benefits of home cooking. Healthy, toxin-free food is becoming a priority for many families. In the eating at home vs. eating out debate, controlling what we put in our bodies and how much we spend on food is more of a priority than ever. 

Though home-cooked meals require additional planning, preparation and effort, they can be healthier and more accessible in the following ways.

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The Complete Guide to Using Healthy Cookware

The Complete Guide to Using Healthy Cookware

Cooking balanced, nutritious meals for yourself and your family shows how much you care. Bonding with your family and creating lasting memories around the table starts with choosing quality cookware. Unfortunately, using pots and pans that release heavy metals and toxic chemicals into your food could counter all your efforts to eat a healthy diet.

Aluminum, PFAS , and Teflon are harmful toxins commonly found in cookware. It's best to steer clear of nonstick, coated pans and other products that are more likely to contain these dangerous materials. But how can you know what is safe to use? 

Learn everything you need to know about nontoxic cookware in this guide.

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Hosting a Potluck With Your Friends

Hosting a Potluck With Your Friends

You want to connect with your friends and you crave community, but you cannot imagine a wild, late night out. And then it hits you — there's nothing better than gathering for a wholesome evening to share delicious, easy meals, and everybody loves a potluck! Potlucks bring all your favorite people together to socialize while sharing everyone's favorite dishes. 

But like anything that involves food and people, you need strategy to ensure the get-together goes off without a hitch. This brief guide shares easy tips for planning a potluck, inspiring you about the best potluck foods and drinks to share with friends.

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Buying Guide to Cookware: Types of Pots and Pans

The right pots and pans are essential if you are passionate about cooking. Different types of pots and pans impact the dishes you can cook and play a part in technique and personal preference, too. Your collection of pots and pans can also affect your kitchen efficiency, and of course, choosing suitable pots and pans is also vital if you are new to cooking and want to sharpen your skills. 

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Nourishing the Future: Building a Health Legacy in Your Kitchen

Nourishing the Future: Building a Health Legacy in Your Kitchen

There's no better time to begin your journey toward optimal health and rejuvenation than now. There's one vital thing to do first — detox your kitchen. Learn how to remove toxins from your kitchen and which nourishing items to use in their place. After all, when you're surrounded by healthy ingredients and quality cookware, you're more inspired to create wholesome meals. 

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