Non-stick pan may be unhealthy? For years I considered using bread maker but hesitated buying one due to non-stick pan, used for easy clean-up and easy loaf removal. I use only stainless steel cookware at home. Any alternatives available on market? When I search for stainless steel bread maker, I always find one with stainless steel enclosure. Peter, petersob@nethere.com Non-stick pan may be unhealthy? For years I considered using bread maker but hesitated buying one due to non-stick pan, used for easy clean-up and easy loaf removal. I use only stainless steel... » Read More Non-stick pan may be unhealthy? For years I considered using bread maker but hesitated buying one due to non-stick pan, used for easy clean-up and easy loaf removal. I use only stainless steel cookware at home. Any alternatives available on market? When I search for stainless steel bread maker, I always find one with stainless steel enclosure. Peter, petersob@nethere.com « Show Less
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There are new non stick coatings out that you can use medel utinsils, and go into the dishwasher. Those do not throw off toxins..You might want to look into those breadmakers!Its really isn't toxic unless the taflon seal is , cut, scraped off, so to speak, ..If you do not use high heat with taflon there is not a problem, but before using it, always heat itup for awhile with water in it, and wash it out again, then use it..We are all going to die of something, and I doubt at this point if its going to be teflon!
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No success so far. I have same problem with rice cookers. I positively will not buy non-stick, still looking for alternatives. Peter
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Oyama CFS-B12U All Stainless Rice CookerThis is an all stainless rice cooker that has worked well for me.
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L. J. Richter says: "Now there are reports that temperatures as low as 285 degrees can cause death to birds."I wouldn't think that it would require temperatures nearly that high...that's why I don't let birds get into my oven. Well, except fowl, of course. Here, turkey, turkey!
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Teflon begins breaking down and releasing toxins at 446 degrees, according to Dr. Mercola. What temp do bread machines typically bake bread at?
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Then again, I just found this website which quoted, "Now there are reports that temperatures as low as 285 degrees can cause death to birds." http://theaviary.com/teflon.shtmlMy new breadmaker is defective and I'm taking it back to the store. I'm thinking of not replacing it. Maybe it's time to look into good old fashioned baking...
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Don't think you'll find one without non-stick coating. It's just about essential where the bread is made in the same pan where it has been mixed. There's no way to grease the pan so it won't stick so otherwise you'd couldn't easily remove the bread in one piece. I don't like non-stick either, but then stainless uses a nickel alloy so it isn't great for you either. My naturopath recommends either glass or cast iron, but I choose my battles. You might consider using the dough cycle, which doesn't heat enough to release the non-stick toxins, and then put the dough into your own pan to rise and bake. That's what I do. Good luck. Don't think you'll find one without non-stick coating. It's just about essential where the bread is made in the same pan where it has been mixed. There's no way to grease the pan so it won't stick so otherwise you'd couldn't easily remove the bread in one piece. I don't like non-stick either, but then stainless uses a nickel alloy so it isn't great for you either. My naturopath recommends either glass or cast iron, but I choose my battles. You might consider using the dough cycle, which doesn't heat enough to release the non-stick toxins, and then put the dough into your own pan to rise and... » Read More Don't think you'll find one without non-stick coating. It's just about essential where the bread is made in the same pan where it has been mixed. There's no way to grease the pan so it won't stick so otherwise you'd couldn't easily remove the bread in one piece. I don't like non-stick either, but then stainless uses a nickel alloy so it isn't great for you either. My naturopath recommends either glass or cast iron, but I choose my battles. You might consider using the dough cycle, which doesn't heat enough to release the non-stick toxins, and then put the dough into your own pan to rise and bake. That's what I do. Good luck. « Show Less
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Have you found any alternative? I just started looking into purchasing a bread maker and I'm stuck in the same quandry. I avoid non-stick at all costs, but I can't seem to find a machine without it. Please let me know if you found anything. Thanks! Lyndi
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I'd like to know why it matters. Is stainless steel much healthier to consume? We use aluminum foil to wrap food and bake at high temp so what if its used with boiling water?
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I purchased from Amazon, when I had a problem Cuisinart replaced my CSK 250. I don't think they would do that if it had been a knock off. Understand, despite claims, non-stick eventually deteriorates regardless of how careful you are with the pan. I use my pan about two times a week, and it still looks new. It will eventually fail, I am ok with that, just don't buy into any non-stick being a forever pan.
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It is not easy to clean. I use mine for toast......I have never been able to "cook" (bake) because that part is faulty.....it looks good, though.
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Yes it is. It hasn't scratched any of mine. The only thing you can't use in non-stick pans is any sort of metal. I did find that a couple of the pieces upon arrival were splintering. Especially the slotted spoon. Managed to cut the splinter off and sand it down, but all the same. But yes, it is safe for non-stick.
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The pan is probably not stainless steel. It has a non-stick coating, is lightweight and non-magnetic, so I'm guessing its aluminum.From the owner's manual: "The nonstick coating may wear out with use. "The nonstick coating may eventually discolor or peel off. This will not affect its Cooking or Keep Warm performances or sanitary properties, and is harmless to your health. If concerned with the peeling of the nonstick coating, please replace the Inner Cooking Pan by purchasing a new one."The pan is part number B297, and on the Zojirushi parts site it's currently $28. The pan is probably not stainless steel. It has a non-stick coating, is lightweight and non-magnetic, so I'm guessing its aluminum.From the owner's manual: "The nonstick coating may wear out with use. "The nonstick coating may eventually discolor or peel off. This will not affect its Cooking or Keep Warm performances or sanitary properties, and is harmless to your health. If concerned with the peeling of the nonstick coating, please replace the Inner Cooking Pan by purchasing a new one."The pan is part number B297, and on the Zojirushi... » Read More The pan is probably not stainless steel. It has a non-stick coating, is lightweight and non-magnetic, so I'm guessing its aluminum.From the owner's manual: "The nonstick coating may wear out with use. "The nonstick coating may eventually discolor or peel off. This will not affect its Cooking or Keep Warm performances or sanitary properties, and is harmless to your health. If concerned with the peeling of the nonstick coating, please replace the Inner Cooking Pan by purchasing a new one."The pan is part number B297, and on the Zojirushi parts site it's currently $28. « Show Less
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Epoca customer service says it's sandblasted stainless steel, which is potentially toxic and I returned my kettle. Stainless steel is an excellent cooking surface *unless* it has been damaged via harsh scouring or otherwise (and sandblasting is pretty harsh!). In that case it can leech nickel which is toxic. Google "healthiest type of cookware" for more info.
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I've only had mine for about 6 months, but I use it almost every day. I've had no problems at all with the non-stick. It's just as easy to wash as ever. But I am careful to not use it on the highest heat setting and I do not put it in the dishwasher.
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The bread releases pretty easily from the pan. Sometimes some bits of bread stick to the paddle, but that is true with most breadmakers I have used (I have had at least 3 over the last 25 years). I do not grease the pan. It has a non-stick surface, which seems to do the job just fine.
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Stainless steel needs no coating. Hard surface keeps stuff from sticking. Unlike PTFE(Teflon) surfaces, no odd chemicals leach into food. More durable but slightly less nonstick than PTFE
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probably kinda late not but there are pans from Nordic ware which are not too bad. I just bought some that by Chicago Metallic and they seem better than the nordic ware. For the pan the company sends with the unit, I would rather they reduced the price of the oven as the pan is about the worst you could get.
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As far as my research, it tells me that, yes, stainless steel is a healthy choice. In question are aluminum cookware for alzheimers connection and the coatings that some cookware use have possible links to other illness. I have never heard anything bad about stainless steel though. As far as sticking being an issue. Definitely not! I cooked a sugary mixture for my homemade granola bars and it cleaned up easily. I've had absolutely no problems with sticking. I do soak my pans in hot water sometimes before washing but that is because I only use a soft rag to clean. I love my set. I've had it a year and a half and would highly recommend especially for its space saving. Go for it! As far as my research, it tells me that, yes, stainless steel is a healthy choice. In question are aluminum cookware for alzheimers connection and the coatings that some cookware use have possible links to other illness. I have never heard anything bad about stainless steel though. As far as sticking being an issue. Definitely not! I cooked a sugary mixture for my homemade granola bars and it cleaned up easily. I've had absolutely no problems with sticking. I do soak my pans in hot water sometimes before washing but that is because I only use a soft rag to clean. I love my set. I've had it... » Read More As far as my research, it tells me that, yes, stainless steel is a healthy choice. In question are aluminum cookware for alzheimers connection and the coatings that some cookware use have possible links to other illness. I have never heard anything bad about stainless steel though. As far as sticking being an issue. Definitely not! I cooked a sugary mixture for my homemade granola bars and it cleaned up easily. I've had absolutely no problems with sticking. I do soak my pans in hot water sometimes before washing but that is because I only use a soft rag to clean. I love my set. I've had it a year and a half and would highly recommend especially for its space saving. Go for it! « Show Less
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We bought the aluminum one. We really like the way it cooks the food evenly. I don't have any experience with the non-stick one, but the aluminum one does stick and is harder to clean. This is not an issue for us, as we were expecting that.
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Thanks for posting this question. It's annoying that the product description doesn't mention that the lining is non-stick. I had decided against buying it, anyway, because it didn't say whether it did or not, so they may lose both customers who want non-stick and those who don't. I hate product descriptions that so prominently proclaim "stainless steel," when it usually just refers to the outside and not inside where it really matters, without enough consideration for their customers to list the internal components. In this case, I think they just describe something like "heavy black." I didn't know "black" was a material. Thanks for posting this question. It's annoying that the product description doesn't mention that the lining is non-stick. I had decided against buying it, anyway, because it didn't say whether it did or not, so they may lose both customers who want non-stick and those who don't. I hate product descriptions that so prominently proclaim "stainless steel," when it usually just refers to the outside and not inside where it really matters, without enough consideration for their customers to list the internal components. In this case, I think they just describe something like... » Read More Thanks for posting this question. It's annoying that the product description doesn't mention that the lining is non-stick. I had decided against buying it, anyway, because it didn't say whether it did or not, so they may lose both customers who want non-stick and those who don't. I hate product descriptions that so prominently proclaim "stainless steel," when it usually just refers to the outside and not inside where it really matters, without enough consideration for their customers to list the internal components. In this case, I think they just describe something like "heavy black." I didn't know "black" was a material. « Show Less
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I'm no scientist or expert. This is all I know: we have a bird and we use this pan to cook eggs primarily because eggs should be cooked over low heat. High heat supposedly releases dangerous/toxic fumes for birds. Also, I believe ALL nonstick pans are unhealthy once the surface is scratched. We are very careful to use plastic/nylon/silicon utensils with our nonstick pans, and we handwash these pans instead of putting them in the dishwasher. As with most cooking items, they will serve you well as long as you take care of them properly. Hope this helps.
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Why would you say "Yes, absolutely" ??? I can find nothing on the Ecolution website saying what exactly their "Hydrolon" nonstick surface material is made of,only that it is made without PFOA. In fact, everything I've found on the web suggests that it *is* PTFE only processed without using PFOA. Either way, it's a good griddle. Ours is 3 years old, is used about once a week, and the surface is still as good as new. And PTFE is the most inert substance imaginable - keep it below 500F and there are no health risks.
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It works really well on stainless steel, but I don't use it on appliances. I like Noxon for stainless steel appliances. Astonish is what I use for those pesky stains and burns and cooked on and baked on gunk on my cooking pans and baking sheets. I works really well on those new green pans, too. Those are the non-stick pans that are supposed to be safer to use than the teflon coated ones. Since I cook with my green pans daily, I use Astonish daily, too.