![]() ![]() Are they well balanced and a good weight for you? Do the lids fit snugly and are the knobs and handles easy to grip, heat-resistant and sturdy? Although riveted (bolted) handles and knobs are more secure than welded ones, cleaning around bolts is more difficult. It’s helpful to visit a store to get a “hand feel” for the pots and pans. What you should consider when choosing stainless steel cookware: How Does the Stainless Steel Pot Feel in Your Hand? For cookware to avoid, see: Toxic Cookware and Cutlery. For non-reactive cookware options, see Healthy Cookware. However, unlike ceramic, enamel and earthenware pots, stainless steel is mildly reactive, which means that some of its nickel and chromium leaches into your food as it cooks. Rust-proof-unlike cast iron and carbon steel.Longer-lasting than ceramics and earthenware.Durable-they will not peel, chip or vaporize (as do nonstick pans).Stainless pots and pans are often reasonably priced and have these advantages: Let’s look at some of the obvious features and then we’ll go into a little more detail about your choices. Lastly we’ll discuss how to use your pot to insure its long life and to reduce its reactivity. ![]() Rather than recommending brands (unless it’s a one of a kind product) here I provide some basic information you can use to make an informed choice about the most health-supportive stainless steel cookware. Unless, that is, you want a percentage of your purchase price going into the celeb’s pocket. Neither do I recommend buying a celebrity endorsed line of cookware. Purchase only the pieces you really need. If you own a 21-piece set of cookware, I’ll wager that two or three of those pots get regular use but that the other pieces are crammed in the back of an overfull cabinet. My first response is to think twice before buying a full line. People frequently ask me what stainless steel cookware line I recommend. ![]()
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