The Safest, Toxic-Free Kitchen Utensils
Imagine this! You’ve spent your time and energy shopping for the best, all-natural ingredients and now you’re in the kitchen with your mad skills, cooking up the goodness. But wait…what are you using to stir, flip, whisk and fold your healthy deliciousness with??? Are your kitchen utensils releasing toxic, harmful fumes???
It makes sense that as we learn about wellness, we reevaluate what we are cooking with and select utensils that are better made and healthier for our bodies and our home. Choosing the safest, non-toxic cooking utensils is vital to creating and complimenting your fabulously, wonderful, delicious, healthy meals.
Let’s just get right into it. These TOP THREE TOXIC-FREE KITCHEN UTENSILS (listed in alphabetical order) will complement your healthy lifestyle. Weigh out the Pros and Cons and choose what is best for you and those you are feeding with love.
1. Bamboo or Teak
PROS
Natural antimicrobial and will not absorb odors or flavors.
Sturdy and more sustainable than the ole’ “wooden spoon”.
Won’t scratch your non-stick cookware.
Stays cool to touch.
CONS
Perfect for stirring, whisking, flipping and folding your food.
May absorb some moisture.
Not dishwasher-safe.
2. Stainless steel:
PROS
Hygienic, durable and non-porous material.
Will not collect bacteria or absorb odors and/or flavors.
Toss it in the dishwasher! (May need to scrub first though.)
CONS
Gets hot to the touch.
3. Silicone:
PROS
Made of non-toxic rubber polymer (a combination of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen).
Super easy to clean.
High heat resistance and naturally non-stick to surfaces.
Soft, won’t scratch the surface of your pans or bowls.
Dishwasher-safe.
Perfect for stirring, whisking, flipping, and folding your food.
CONS
May hold onto food odors if not cleaned well.
Happy healthy cooking, my friends!