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  2. 'Dark Waters': Here's the toxic reason why you should toss ...

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    The real-life story, which is in theaters now, follows Ohio attorney Rob Bilott (portrayed by Mark Ruffalo) as he steadfastly pursues a case against DuPont, the chemical company that created Teflon.

  3. Non-stick surface - Wikipedia

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    Not all non-stick pans use Teflon; other non-stick coatings have become available. For example, a mixture of titanium and ceramic can be sandblasted onto the pan surface, and then fired at 2,000 °C (3,630 °F) to produce a non-stick ceramic coating. [19] Ceramic nonstick pans use a finish of silica (silicon dioxide) to prevent sticking.

  4. Is Your Nonstick Pan Making You Sick? Suspected Cases Of ...

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    Teflon flu, aka polymer fume fever, is a term used to describe people who have gotten sick after being exposed to fumes from Teflon pans, according to the National Capital Poison Center.

  5. RS Recommends: Here’s Why It’s Time to Switch to Non-Toxic ...

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    Teflon cookware has been in the news (again) recently, highlighting the possible health concerns over the chemicals inside and the harmful effect from using them. Fortunately, cookware companies ...

  6. Polymer fume fever - Wikipedia

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    Polymer fume fever or fluoropolymer fever, also informally called Teflon flu, is an inhalation fever caused by the fumes released when polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE, known under the trade name Teflon) reaches temperatures of 300 °C (572 °F) to 450 °C (842 °F).

  7. Seasoning (cookware) - Wikipedia

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    Often cookware's seasoning is uneven, and over time it will spread to the whole item. Heating the cookware (such as in a hot oven or on a stovetop) facilitates the oxidation of the iron; the fats and/or oils protect the metal from contact with the air during the reaction, which would otherwise cause rust to form. Some cast iron users advocate ...

  8. What to Do With Old Pots and Pans—and How to Safely Get Rid ...

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  9. 10 Egg Tools Professional Cooks Actually Love

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    Perfect for poached egg buddha bowls and egg-topped avocado toast, this pretty pack of 4 coddlers makes poached eggs the right way. Skip to main content. 24/7 ...