Choosing the Right Cookware For Healthy Cooking
by Manya Verma Health care and lifestyleAs it becomes increasingly understood that a way to healthy diet is never
to overlook the method of cooking, a number of companies have released range of
earthen utensils for cooking to
make the best of the opportunity. However, not all things that shine are gold.
It is an important task to choose the right clay utensils for cooking from the right source to
get the intended benefits.
Earthen kitchen
utensils are glazed by some manufacturers to provide it with better luster,
longevity and ease of maintenance. However, glazing takes away the key property
of an earthenware that is its porosity. The porous nature of these utensils
plays an instrumental role in circulating moisture and providing a slow
uniformed cooking.
Also, the components of glaze can interfere with the
nutrition value of the food. Hence, the best way to avail the benefits out of
these eco friendly clay products are
to use the best unglazed clay pots for
cooking that are made from pure clay.
It has been pointed out that many manufacturers use
lead-based glazing to clay utensils. Lead has been associated with serious
health hazards and while purchasing a semi-glazed earthen ware for storage
purposes one must enquire on the components used for glazing.
A terracotta cooking
pots with lid is another consideration while choosing the right cookware.
This is because the right lid can provide for the right closed atmosphere that
promotes slow and even cooking.
It is a recommended idea in case of all food-related
purchases to check for test results and approvals. Similarly, while purchasing
clay cookware online or offline, one must pay attention to the quality tests
for clay used in the process of manufacturing. A Clay that has passed purity
testing is naturally inert and safe for preparing, cooking, and storing food. This
ensures that food will not react with pure clay and there will be no toxic
products that can leach into your food.
When it comes to international standards, it is a common
warning to steer away from clay cookware made in Mexico or Latin America.
Similarly, highly decorative Asian pottery is discouraged for food contact
purposes because of the high levels of lead and inedible paint materials.
Hence, while buying an earthenware, the purpose of use will decide the
suitability of the product. An earthenware for decorative purposes can be from
any source but the ones meant for purely cooking and storage basis must be from
a certified and a reliable source.
Check for safety labels such as “safe for food use”,
“microwave safe”, “stove friendly etc. while choosing the earthenware. The
components of the product must be made clear by the manufacturer on the product
itself.
It is advisable that the clay used in producing items for
cooking, serving, and storing food should be free of harmful impurities. Clay
purity should be reliable third-party and relevant quality checks are performed
during pre-production and post-production to ensure complete safety.
Mrida Earthen Cookware
is a reliable source as the products are made up of pure Indian clays rich in
minerals.
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Created on May 22nd 2019 03:12. Viewed 742 times.
Very nice product, thanks for sharing Manya Verma and have a great day networking! :)
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