We often find people happily carrying their favorite food in plastic parcels, but how many of them know that it is very unhealthy? It is said that food packaged in plastic is highly carcinogenic as the plastic melts into food, causing killer diseases. Today, let's brief you on the ill effects of packaging and cooking food in plastic. Take a look.
Effects Of Packaging & Parceling Food In Plastic
Although many emails regarding the effects are circulated across the internet, there isn't a clear picture as to why it is unsafe. According to research conducted in many countries, it is derived that plastic contains a few chemicals that melt at cooking temperatures.
The most prominent carcinogenic is dioxin. Dioxin, a plastic component, melts into food without a hint and can cause all sorts of health problems. However, the health risks depend on the level of the chemical a person is exposed to. But as per the National Institute Of Environmental Health Sciences, higher levels of dioxin may increase the risk of incurable diseases like cancer.
Moreover, dioxin poses many health hazards for women. The compound can actually cause various reproductive and developmental problems. For the question of how the chemical cannot be detected in food, the answer is that it blends well with food ingredients. So, keep away from cheap plastic and demand a quality parcel (like cardboard or good quality plastic) even if they charge more money.
Cooking in microwave plastic is said to be safe as the containers are specifically designed for the microwave. Some manufacturers even argue that the microwave cookware doesn't contain dioxin, so in a way, it is safe.
There is more to microwave cookware. Researchers state that even if the cookware contains dioxin, the chemical or any plastic material can melt only at 700 degrees Fahrenheit, but at that temperature, even the food wouldn't be good enough to eat (overcooked).
Of course, it may be safe to cook in quality plastic, but why take the risk when there are better alternatives like glass and ceramic microwave items? Avoid plastic as much as possible, as it is not very safe for health and also for nature.
Effects Of Packaging & Parceling Food In Plastic
Although many emails regarding the effects are circulated across the internet, there isn't a clear picture as to why it is unsafe. According to research conducted in many countries, it is derived that plastic contains a few chemicals that melt at cooking temperatures.
The most prominent carcinogenic is dioxin. Dioxin, a plastic component, melts into food without a hint and can cause all sorts of health problems. However, the health risks depend on the level of the chemical a person is exposed to. But as per the National Institute Of Environmental Health Sciences, higher levels of dioxin may increase the risk of incurable diseases like cancer.
Moreover, dioxin poses many health hazards for women. The compound can actually cause various reproductive and developmental problems. For the question of how the chemical cannot be detected in food, the answer is that it blends well with food ingredients. So, keep away from cheap plastic and demand a quality parcel (like cardboard or good quality plastic) even if they charge more money.
Cooking in microwave plastic is said to be safe as the containers are specifically designed for the microwave. Some manufacturers even argue that the microwave cookware doesn't contain dioxin, so in a way, it is safe.
There is more to microwave cookware. Researchers state that even if the cookware contains dioxin, the chemical or any plastic material can melt only at 700 degrees Fahrenheit, but at that temperature, even the food wouldn't be good enough to eat (overcooked).
Of course, it may be safe to cook in quality plastic, but why take the risk when there are better alternatives like glass and ceramic microwave items? Avoid plastic as much as possible, as it is not very safe for health and also for nature.