Been using Xtrema for a good 10 years. Went looking for alternative cookware after reading early Alzheimer research back in the day when they discovered higher levels of aluminum in the brains of those afflicted. (Was working in State Psych Hospital Geriatrics Dept.) Bottom line is one can not avoid coming into contact with these environmental toxic substances.. . . but one can work to reduce the total toxic load your body has to deal with.. If you don't want to use ceramic, that's cool but please replace compromised cookware sooner rather than later.
Its so hard to detox my home when everyone else i live with won't stop using non-stick pans. I got some really good stainless steel and cast iron pans but my husband keeps getting non-stick. I told him I refuse to eat anything made in those pans but its still not ideal. Also he hates the wool rugs I buy and prefers the softer cheaper polyester rugs...its a whole thing
My husband is also not on board, mostly because he doesn't understand the big deal and therefore won't justify the higher cost of the safer options. He keeps asking if i want to be the only person left alive, how sad that would be. He'd rather die along with everyone else using all the toxic stuff 🤣
Does he prefer non stick because their easier to use? Maybe a compromise would be for you to wash and pretreat the metal pans before he cooks so that food doesn't stick?
been using my xtrema 11" skillet and love it...i do use aluminum spatula and use wire mesh to clean it up so far no scratches...if you do have stuck food add water and then boil, the stuck food will come off a lot easier....i got a small chip on it and don't know how it happen
This cookware won’t work on induction ovens though. Induction is probably not so popular in the USA but here in Europe it’s the most effective and cost saving, better than gas-stove.
I was excited when I ordered my first pan until I realized it was handcrafted in China. I have difficulty trusting cookware processed in China to be totally safe!
This is why it’s so important to buy cookware from brands that actually subject their products to third party accredited leach testing in acids the way Xtrema does regardless of the country of manufacture. They also test the unglazed ceramic substrate and it passes Prop 65 for lead and cadmium leaching. This means that even a scratched piece does not pose a safety concern. Please let me know if you find a brand that manufactures in the US or Europe and subjects their cookware to this type of testing.
What dishwasher tablets do you use? Or what ingredients should we look to avoid? If you could do videos on this (and soap, shampoo, etc.) it'd be greatly appreciated! Info on whether plastic and PFAS leach - and more importantly stick - on to other cookware in the dishwasher also very helpful!!
I’ve just read that ceramic cookware always contains PTFE or similar substances (other names for chemically very similar stuff). It’s never ONLY ceramic. Also Xtrema is Xtremly expensive, and since most of us are not part of the 1%… 😢
The clay they use in ceramic do not bind well, so they generally use a binding agent which could be harmful . . . Do you know exactly what binding agent the 'Xtrema' company use? Do they use any coating which could be harmful as well? . . .
I had bought some Xtrema but stopped using it as there was a concerning chemical scent that continued to come off it. If you find out what binder they use, that would be helpful to know. I returned to stainless steel skillet which I learned can be made nonstick by heating it up on medium until water droplets bead and roll before adding oil or food. It actually works!
I have two questions. #1 when boiling hard-boiled eggs, you must run cold water over the eggs. Otherwise, they will be hard to peel. How do you get around this? #2 what do you flip eggs or burgers with?? Please no plastic... Thanks.
Place eggs into boiling water, cover, and cook for 8-10 min. Super easy to peel. If I place eggs in cool water and bring to a boil, the shell sticks and hard to peel.
The ability to peel eggs has nothing to do with water. That’s an urban myth. It has everything to do with how fresh the eggs are. Fresh eggs will be hard to peel, slightly older ones will be easier.
Would love to get Xtrema, however I got induction, induction is already a large % of what is used in my country and only growing. Will probably opt for quality stainless steel. Enjoyed the vid!
Hi @dryvonnebukart I use non-stick Titanium cookware from Titanium Exclusive in Canada. The surface is non-stick and they claim they do not use teflon or PTFE coating rather they use Titanium coating. I would like to know your thoughts on Titanium coating. Thank you. ❤
Great question. All non-stick coatings have concerns since their exact composition is unknown, therefore we have no idea what could be leaching. I have only seen one brand of nonstick cookware that shares leach test reports, but those are on brand new pans. Cookware coatings wear off, so we need leach tests on used cookware too. Unfortunately, PTFE-free can still include substances like PFAS such as GenX.
I drive and live in a semi truck. I cook using an electric skillet. I can’t use gas stove because it’s considered hazardous material. What would be the best options? I only cook lamb and eggs so it has to be solid and have a cover.
@@dryvonneburkart so there are no electric skillets that can work? The reason I’m asking is, being in a truck I have to figure out how to secure a hot frying pan. Almost the entire interior is made of plastic. I usually eat in the middle of my work day.
Thank you so much for all you do❤ when I saw the vid, I knew it was gonna be a great day😂 loved this review. Unfortunately I HATE heavy pots and pans😂😂😂 I am a tiny person, haha. Also we have only induction at home, like many houses in Europe. What about Glasware? There are pots and pans from glas (they don't work on induction either 😅) but my grandparents used glass on the stove and especially the oven. Also, can you make a video about baking paper sheets? Are they safe? I don't trust anything since I started watching your videos. 😅 Thank you so much.
@@patpatterson9719 I have all the old Corningware as well as the visions. I’ve also found some Made in France, Princess House pyroceram at thrift shops. Great finds!
Thanks for the video, very helpful and informative!! One question: What’s your view on rice cooker? I struggled to find any pure ceramic rice cookers, all of them either have inner bowl made of ceramic coated aluminium or uncoated stainless steel.
Thanks for watching! It’s challenging to find one since most are coated with nonstick chemicals, but they exist! I’ve added one to my Amazon storefront www.amazon.com/shop/dryvonneburkart/list/2M63ABTKLJYYQ?ref_=aipsflist_aipsfdryvonneburkart
In my opinion, yes, since cast iron and stainless steel leach in acidic conditions, but Xtrema does not. That’s what the third party leach testing indicates. You can check the results for every batch on the Xtrema website.
Hi Yvonne, will my Zojirushi water boiler that's Teflon coated release PFAS or micro plastics into my water if I never scrub it clean in between refills and boiling?
Whats the point of using pure ceramic if it not even non stick? I could just use stainless steel instead which won't give out toxic chemicals? And what about a ceramic coated steel base cookware that use steel instead of aluminium as base? so that even if the coating breaks off, we are only exposed to steel instead of aluminium. Could sol gel ceramics be toxic too? Are they actually ceramic or some other type of custom made material which no one knows if it has toxins?
I like your reviews, but why would the great heat retention property would help saving any energy? I believe its a myth. You put much of the energy in before really starting to cook and you likely wont fully use the late cool down delay unless you are used to serve twice
Hi Dr. Yvonne, could you make a video on cookware that would work for induction stovetop? We got rid of gas and went with induction so the ceramic cookware you recommended won't work. We currently are using hex clad but are unsure about how safe they are. Thanks so much
Great video. Thanks very much. Just out of curiosity, if there's nothing toxic lurking beneath the surface of this cookware, why does it matter if you scratch it (e.g. with a metal utensil)?
I once bought ceramic cookware from my local Italian bakery (a different brand of course) and even before I used it I noticed the ceramic peeling off. Luckily I was able to return it.
Metal and stainless steel and aluminum cookwares are used in old days , my grandma age time .they don’t have health problems. They are very strong and had so many children.
@@dryvonneburkart But is there a safety issue with stainless steel, at least compared to xTrema? Stainless steel is reputed to be the safest, with no leaching. Also, how well does handle gas stoves? Does it scorch easily?
If using a MUFFIN pan should I put. In oven with some cooking pray (avocado oil) and let it warm in oven as oven heats up and then add batter and cook?
I can't help but wonder how easily ceramic coating (or the outer layer of a stainless steel pan) really wears down. With PFAS non-stick, that obviously happens very quickly. Stainless steel - I have not been able to scratch my pots and pans yet. Ceramic coatings - never owned cookware with that. Why do I mention this? Induction. Way more efficient than other heat sources. (And convenient. But of course convenience is never more important than health.)
Yvonne thank you for your videos. Would you use a camphor laurel wood chopping board? Camphor is carcinogenic but recommendations say it’s safe for food preparation, which doesn’t make sense to me. I recently unknowingly bought a camphor laurel wood chopping board and the strong smell goes into the meat and can change its taste. Thanks.
Camphor is ingested by people as an herbal remedy, but can result in toxicity and poisoning in children. The amount transferred from a cutting board is expected to be much less than the amount that could result in toxicity. However, there is no data on the regular consumption of foods prepared on a camphor wood chopping board, so the risks are unknown.
@@dryvonneburkart It might even be that I should start using Ghee. I use olive oil. Thank you for your answer. I will start cooking at the lowest setting.
I have physical barriers that mean I can’t use this cookware or take you up on your generous offer. I feel sad I want to make changes. Do you have any second choices when it comes to cookware, specifically, lighter weights to accommodate my disabilities ? Thank you very much in advance.
Stainless steel is the most lightweight option compared to other lower risk cookware materials like cast iron, glass, or pure ceramic. Coated cookware is higher risk.
You didn’t mention as a con that they’re extremely expensive. For that reason I only bought the frying pan. I already bought stainless steel cookware previously so I think I’m good for the rest. I liked your advice about the wooden spatula. I have been using plastic but will switch over asap. Finally what’s your opinion regarding Blue Diamond ceramic coated frying pans? Thanks.
I would ask any brands you’re interested in buying for their accredited third party leach/migration tests reports. This is how we will know if lead and cadmium leaching are risks with that cookware. Xtrema tests every batch and publishes the reports on their website.
Does anyone know whats the best non toxic washer and dryer unit to get? I got GE super fast combo and i swear the chemical smellimg fume is making me sick. HELP!
Isn't there any other cookware that is safe to use, and also attractive? I find the black colour extremely off-putting, and the added weight is not for me either.
@@dryvonneburkart I read previously from another toxicologist that to be safe, stainless steel should be the 18/0 type which means 0 nickel. I unfortunately have the 18/10 type. What would be your thoughts about this? I also have cast iron but you mentioned that it's best to avoid it with acidic foods, such as...? I am now greatly considering purchasing some Xtrema cookware
Interesting never looked at these pans. What do you think about glass pans I have two for cooking they are not non stick but heat really well. They are heavy but I think they are better than the toxic pans out there
This is not a sponsored video. I mentioned in the video and Description that I am an Affiliate partner of this brand. They did not pay me to make this video and all opinions are my own. Anyone can apply for the affiliate program. The purpose of this channel is to provide information about and solutions to problems related to environmental toxicity. Safer cookware is an important topic that is frequently requested by our community.
Not buying some overpriced crap, either buy cast iron and take care of it otherwise it will rust and if you hate maintenance then get an enameled cast iron. Both iron and enamelization is completely safe, tho in case of enameled get a new one if the inside surface cracks because it could rust inside, just be gentle to the surface, dont cool it down with water when its hot, I have enameled cast iron for like 10 years and the surface is still in good condition without cracks + its white so you can nicely see imperfections.
I found out about you by accident. It’s horrifying how many things our government allows. I’ve literally been researching into every brand of cookware to see what is the safest for about a week now. I’m still trying to find a solution for purifying my water the cheapest. It’s been a complete headache. I can’t believe how much plastic is everywhere and almost 90% of our food and drinks on the market have estrogen disrupters. It’s sickening. Even most tooth floss isn’t safe, especially for men. I’ve been researching what I can put on my skin, my teeth, what I can eat, drink… everything is basically a large trap in America unless you heavily research into everything and save money for the quality products that won’t kill you. Life shouldn’t be this difficult. And don’t even get me started on inflation, our rigged economy, and our failed healthcare system. Universal Healthcare unfortunately will never happen in America. I think the biggest reason why besides big pharma and other corporations profiting off our illnesses is that they need an incentive to keep Soldiers in the service branches. Retention is so bad in the military. Once healthcare and education aren’t provided, I’d say the majority of Soldiers wouldn’t be serving the country because many know the wars are pointless and that they’re just puppets to gain resources like oil or gain political or economic power.
I canceled my Xtrema order bc it's made in China. Vermicular passes the CA Prop test, it's made in Japan, the quality is so much better. The Masui Kamado is a caste iron pot, rice cooker, induction cooker all in one...and def not made in effin China
I rely on third party accredited lab testing to form safety judgements instead of making sweeping judgements about where a product is made. Xtrema tests every single batch of cookware for cadmium and lead leaching and posts the reports on their website for everyone to see. Both their glazed cookware and the unglazed substrate exceed strict California Prop 65 standards for cadmium and lead leaching. This means that even a scratched piece won’t expose you to lead and cadmium above safe levels. This is the data that removes concern from my perspective as a Toxicologist.
Even if it is a sponsored video, she stand by them and uses this cookware herself. Why would she lie about it? She is trying to help us make the best choices.
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hello Yvonne, great video again.
Just wanted to ask what about titanium cookware?
Thank you
I just use my stainless steel or castiron personally my dad whos had cancer several times already perfers his cancerous Teflon pans
I love your content but the choppy video editing is pretty rough to watch...
Just to for vlog style, it would be far less jarring.
Been using Xtrema for a good 10 years.
Went looking for alternative cookware after reading early Alzheimer research back in the day when they discovered higher levels of aluminum in the brains of those afflicted. (Was working in State Psych Hospital Geriatrics Dept.)
Bottom line is one can not avoid coming into contact with these environmental toxic substances.. . . but one can work to reduce the total toxic load your body has to deal with..
If you don't want to use ceramic, that's cool but please replace compromised cookware sooner rather than later.
Thanks for sharing!
Thank you for the information. Have you considered making a video using the cookware? That would be great!
Thanks for watching! Great idea 💡
Its so hard to detox my home when everyone else i live with won't stop using non-stick pans. I got some really good stainless steel and cast iron pans but my husband keeps getting non-stick. I told him I refuse to eat anything made in those pans but its still not ideal. Also he hates the wool rugs I buy and prefers the softer cheaper polyester rugs...its a whole thing
You’re doing your best and thats what matters.
My husband is also not on board, mostly because he doesn't understand the big deal and therefore won't justify the higher cost of the safer options. He keeps asking if i want to be the only person left alive, how sad that would be. He'd rather die along with everyone else using all the toxic stuff 🤣
Does he prefer non stick because their easier to use? Maybe a compromise would be for you to wash and pretreat the metal pans before he cooks so that food doesn't stick?
@@Mr_Penguins_Pet_Human thats a good idea. I can ask him…its definitely because its easier.
thanks so much Yvonne, I'd love you to do something similar on dinnerware too, if you get a chance.
Great idea! Thank you!
been using my xtrema 11" skillet and love it...i do use aluminum spatula and use wire mesh to clean it up so far no scratches...if you do have stuck food add water and then boil, the stuck food will come off a lot easier....i got a small chip on it and don't know how it happen
Thanks for sharing!
I learned so much about eating healthy but you opened my eyes to the toxicity of household items. THANKS ❤🎉
Glad I could help
Heat retention actually works against you when cooking because you can’t quickly and easily bring the temperature down while cooking.
This cookware won’t work on induction ovens though. Induction is probably not so popular in the USA but here in Europe it’s the most effective and cost saving, better than gas-stove.
Yes. I just stick with my stainless steel cookwares. And tampered glass.
@@HappyLife-nf7wb Thank you.
Love the videos you put out can you put out a video about the best way to make coffee pls ?
Yes great idea 💡
I just ordered a set of cookware! Thanks for informing us about all the toxic items people are selling these days!
I was excited when I ordered my first pan until I realized it was handcrafted in China. I have difficulty trusting cookware processed in China to be totally safe!
This is why it’s so important to buy cookware from brands that actually subject their products to third party accredited leach testing in acids the way Xtrema does regardless of the country of manufacture. They also test the unglazed ceramic substrate and it passes Prop 65 for lead and cadmium leaching. This means that even a scratched piece does not pose a safety concern. Please let me know if you find a brand that manufactures in the US or Europe and subjects their cookware to this type of testing.
What dishwasher tablets do you use? Or what ingredients should we look to avoid? If you could do videos on this (and soap, shampoo, etc.) it'd be greatly appreciated!
Info on whether plastic and PFAS leach - and more importantly stick - on to other cookware in the dishwasher also very helpful!!
Great ideas! I’ll make a video about this asap. Thanks for the suggestions 🙏🏽 I use Blueland and Branch Basics dishwasher tablets.
Just received mine yesterday, so far so good 😊
Great to hear!
I’ve just read that ceramic cookware always contains PTFE or similar substances (other names for chemically very similar stuff). It’s never ONLY ceramic.
Also Xtrema is Xtremly expensive, and since most of us are not part of the 1%… 😢
Radical transparency!!! Please bring class back! ❤️❤️🥂🥂
The clay they use in ceramic do not bind well, so they generally use a binding agent which could be harmful . . .
Do you know exactly what binding agent the 'Xtrema' company use? Do they use any coating which could be harmful as well? . . .
I had bought some Xtrema but stopped using it as there was a concerning chemical scent that continued to come off it. If you find out what binder they use, that would be helpful to know. I returned to stainless steel skillet which I learned can be made nonstick by heating it up on medium until water droplets bead and roll before adding oil or food. It actually works!
@@DaisyLeeQigongstainless steel is still made of chromium and nickel, a dangerous neorotoxin
@@DaisyLeeQigong Thanks for the tip about the stainless steel pans! I'm going to purchase one as well and this will be very useful.
I have two questions. #1 when boiling hard-boiled eggs, you must run cold water over the eggs. Otherwise, they will be hard to peel. How do you get around this? #2 what do you flip eggs or burgers with?? Please no plastic... Thanks.
I would transfer the eggs to another bowl of cold water. I use untreated wooden utensils like a spatula to flip burgers 🍔
Place eggs into boiling water, cover, and cook for 8-10 min. Super easy to peel. If I place eggs in cool water and bring to a boil, the shell sticks and hard to peel.
The ability to peel eggs has nothing to do with water. That’s an urban myth. It has everything to do with how fresh the eggs are. Fresh eggs will be hard to peel, slightly older ones will be easier.
@@richardrandolph9794 Oh, great tip!
These sounds good!
Will they work with my induction range?
They’re great pieces, but don’t work with induction unfortunately.
Would love to get Xtrema, however I got induction, induction is already a large % of what is used in my country and only growing. Will probably opt for quality stainless steel. Enjoyed the vid!
Thanks for watching!
Hi @dryvonnebukart
I use non-stick Titanium cookware from Titanium Exclusive in Canada. The surface is non-stick and they claim they do not use teflon or PTFE coating rather they use Titanium coating. I would like to know your thoughts on Titanium coating. Thank you. ❤
Great question. All non-stick coatings have concerns since their exact composition is unknown, therefore we have no idea what could be leaching. I have only seen one brand of nonstick cookware that shares leach test reports, but those are on brand new pans. Cookware coatings wear off, so we need leach tests on used cookware too. Unfortunately, PTFE-free can still include substances like PFAS such as GenX.
I drive and live in a semi truck. I cook using an electric skillet. I can’t use gas stove because it’s considered hazardous material. What would be the best options? I only cook lamb and eggs so it has to be solid and have a cover.
Stainless steel, cast iron, glass, or ceramic would work with an electric stove.
@@dryvonneburkart so there are no electric skillets that can work? The reason I’m asking is, being in a truck I have to figure out how to secure a hot frying pan. Almost the entire interior is made of plastic. I usually eat in the middle of my work day.
How Do you feel ceramic le creuset fits the standard?
Thank you for your review! How about the color in it? Isn’t toxic?
Do you mean the glaze? If so, then no it’s not a concern since both the glazed and unglazed cookware has been tested for leaching cadmium and lead.
Thank you so much for all you do❤ when I saw the vid, I knew it was gonna be a great day😂 loved this review. Unfortunately I HATE heavy pots and pans😂😂😂 I am a tiny person, haha. Also we have only induction at home, like many houses in Europe. What about Glasware? There are pots and pans from glas (they don't work on induction either 😅) but my grandparents used glass on the stove and especially the oven.
Also, can you make a video about baking paper sheets? Are they safe? I don't trust anything since I started watching your videos. 😅 Thank you so much.
Thanks for watching! Glass is non-leaching and therefore one of the optimal food contact materials.
Dang we got an induction cooktop. Well hopefully carbon steel is ok too thats what we mostly use
Yes carbon steel is low risk but there is potential leaching in acidic foods with metals cookware.
Thank u for this info , its really great .
Is there any cookware that is non stick and dont release any toxic chemicals?? Plz reply mam !
Thank you for the information, would cookware made from pyroceram be a good choice?
@@patpatterson9719 I have all the old Corningware as well as the visions. I’ve also found some Made in France, Princess House pyroceram at thrift shops. Great finds!
Thanks for the video, very helpful and informative!!
One question: What’s your view on rice cooker? I struggled to find any pure ceramic rice cookers, all of them either have inner bowl made of ceramic coated aluminium or uncoated stainless steel.
Thanks for watching! It’s challenging to find one since most are coated with nonstick chemicals, but they exist! I’ve added one to my Amazon storefront www.amazon.com/shop/dryvonneburkart/list/2M63ABTKLJYYQ?ref_=aipsflist_aipsfdryvonneburkart
Better than stainless steel or cast iron?
In my opinion, yes, since cast iron and stainless steel leach in acidic conditions, but Xtrema does not. That’s what the third party leach testing indicates. You can check the results for every batch on the Xtrema website.
I use cast iron for specific applications that don’t involved acids and I love my cast iron panini and Japanese rolled omelette pans.
@@dryvonneburkart I appreciate your response!
Hi Yvonne, will my Zojirushi water boiler that's Teflon coated release PFAS or micro plastics into my water if I never scrub it clean in between refills and boiling?
Whats the point of using pure ceramic if it not even non stick? I could just use stainless steel instead which won't give out toxic chemicals? And what about a ceramic coated steel base cookware that use steel instead of aluminium as base? so that even if the coating breaks off, we are only exposed to steel instead of aluminium. Could sol gel ceramics be toxic too? Are they actually ceramic or some other type of custom made material which no one knows if it has toxins?
I've cast iron. Some as old as my great grandmother. What are the risks of this?
Potential leaching in acidic foods but otherwise low risk.
I like your reviews, but why would the great heat retention property would help saving any energy?
I believe its a myth.
You put much of the energy in before really starting to cook and you likely wont fully use the late cool down delay unless you are used to serve twice
Hi Dr. Yvonne, could you make a video on cookware that would work for induction stovetop? We got rid of gas and went with induction so the ceramic cookware you recommended won't work. We currently are using hex clad but are unsure about how safe they are. Thanks so much
Great video. Thanks very much. Just out of curiosity, if there's nothing toxic lurking beneath the surface of this cookware, why does it matter if you scratch it (e.g. with a metal utensil)?
Great question! It doesn’t, which is why this is my top choice of cookware.
@@dryvonneburkart Oh, OK, because at 7:31 you warn against using metal utensils on Xtrema because it could scratch.
Needs to be available in UK...
Hopefully in the future
Use glass. The heavy glass made for stove top, lower heat is used, but no potential for contaminating your food.
I once bought ceramic cookware from my local Italian bakery (a different brand of course) and even before I used it I noticed the ceramic peeling off. Luckily I was able to return it.
You must have bought coated ceramic.
@ Probably true, since it peeled off so easily. Thats what can happen when the cookware is low priced!
@@dinamariea61 The Xtrema Ceramic isn’t coated.
@@Suki0428 I will check that brand out. Thank you!
@ You’re welcome. It’s the brand she spoke about in the video. Food does stick to the surfaces though because it’s not coated, unfortunately.
hi there love your videos, can you tell me your thoughts on the MODORI cookware set? is it safe
Metal and stainless steel and aluminum cookwares are used in old days , my grandma age time .they don’t have health problems. They are very strong and had so many children.
Ceramic is a cookware material that dates back to 18,000 BC. Great that your grandma is healthy 👍🏼
@@dryvonneburkart But is there a safety issue with stainless steel, at least compared to xTrema? Stainless steel is reputed to be the safest, with no leaching. Also, how well does handle gas stoves? Does it scorch easily?
@@dryvonneburkart yes thats very old time
@@aquamarine99911 I’m using stainless steal cookware with gas . It’s fine
If using a MUFFIN pan should I put. In oven with some cooking pray (avocado oil) and let it warm in oven as oven heats up and then add batter and cook?
I pre-oil my Xtrema muffin pan then add batter and bake 😊
What about the enameled cast iron le crusette? Is the enameled safe ?
I get stuck on food off my pans just by soaking them in soapy water over night then it comes right off no big deal
💯💯💯 It’s no big deal and nonstick was invented to address a nonexistent problem.
@@dryvonneburkart americans 😂
I can't help but wonder how easily ceramic coating (or the outer layer of a stainless steel pan) really wears down. With PFAS non-stick, that obviously happens very quickly. Stainless steel - I have not been able to scratch my pots and pans yet. Ceramic coatings - never owned cookware with that.
Why do I mention this? Induction. Way more efficient than other heat sources. (And convenient. But of course convenience is never more important than health.)
How about glass cookware? Can these be safe?
Yvonne thank you for your videos. Would you use a camphor laurel wood chopping board? Camphor is carcinogenic but recommendations say it’s safe for food preparation, which doesn’t make sense to me. I recently unknowingly bought a camphor laurel wood chopping board and the strong smell goes into the meat and can change its taste. Thanks.
Camphor is ingested by people as an herbal remedy, but can result in toxicity and poisoning in children. The amount transferred from a cutting board is expected to be much less than the amount that could result in toxicity. However, there is no data on the regular consumption of foods prepared on a camphor wood chopping board, so the risks are unknown.
@@dryvonneburkart thank you so much for taking the time to reply 😊
I just ordered some of their cookware ❤. Now, to figure out how to fry eggs in the skillet without them sticking, lol!
I cook eggs in them regularly and don’t have issues with sticking when I preheat slowly according to instructions.
@@dryvonneburkart It might even be that I should start using Ghee. I use olive oil. Thank you for your answer. I will start cooking at the lowest setting.
@@davinawonderling9361Just use regular butter. Olive oil is the worst/most sticky.
@@mr.k905 Thank you for the tip.
I don't like the taste of food cooked in butter. Is there an option that works well besides butter?@@mr.k905
I have physical barriers that mean I can’t use this cookware or take you up on your generous offer. I feel sad I want to make changes. Do you have any second choices when it comes to cookware, specifically, lighter weights to accommodate my disabilities ? Thank you very much in advance.
Stainless steel is the most lightweight option compared to other lower risk cookware materials like cast iron, glass, or pure ceramic. Coated cookware is higher risk.
You didn’t mention as a con that they’re extremely expensive. For that reason I only bought the frying pan. I already bought stainless steel cookware previously so I think I’m good for the rest.
I liked your advice about the wooden spatula. I have been using plastic but will switch over asap.
Finally what’s your opinion regarding Blue Diamond ceramic coated frying pans? Thanks.
What about stoneware? Is that safe?
Any stainless cookware you recommend?
Hello, how does it compare to Emile Henry ceramic cookware?
I would ask any brands you’re interested in buying for their accredited third party leach/migration tests reports. This is how we will know if lead and cadmium leaching are risks with that cookware. Xtrema tests every batch and publishes the reports on their website.
I have Ctrema cookware. I have cleaned hevily soiled pieces with barkeepers friend. Is that toxic?
From what I could find it contains abrasives, which are not recommended for Xtrema.
Hello Dr Burkart, can you please do a review on the titanium fans that are everywhere at the moment. Are they safe to use?
What do you know about titanium cookware, particularly, the kind used for backpacking?
What are your thoughts about Aluminum in vaccines?
I've done a lot of research on pans and 97% are toxic so something is wrong. I ordered these pans, we will see
Hi there, do you maybe know what could/would be a EU based alternative option? Thank you.
EU brands aren’t publicized in the U.S. so it’s a challenge. I believe Xtrema ships to Europe, but I would double check.
Hi. We bought this pan, but found that it has hot spots no matter how low we turn the heat.
If food sticks to it, I assume I can't use stainless steel wool to clean the Xtrema because it'll scratch it?
What about Granite Coated cookware such as Sensarte?
I use stainless steel. Is that okay? 🤔
Yes 👍🏼
What about cast iron pans and pots. Are those toxic?
I use cast iron for eggs and meat 🙌🏽
What pan is best for oil free people?
What happened to stainless steel and cast iron
How is it all ceramic is when you break it there's another white layer. Is the black layer different?
Love them.......!
Thanks for sharing!
Does anyone know whats the best non toxic washer and dryer unit to get? I got GE super fast combo and i swear the chemical smellimg fume is making me sick. HELP!
Isn't there any other cookware that is safe to use, and also attractive? I find the black colour extremely off-putting, and the added weight is not for me either.
Cast iron or stainless steel. Aesthetics often have no bearing on safety. In fact, it’s usually the opposite.
@@dryvonneburkart I read previously from another toxicologist that to be safe, stainless steel should be the 18/0 type which means 0 nickel. I unfortunately have the 18/10 type. What would be your thoughts about this? I also have cast iron but you mentioned that it's best to avoid it with acidic foods, such as...? I am now greatly considering purchasing some Xtrema cookware
What do you think about le creuset cast iron pot? I own 2
Cast iron is low risk but there is potential for leaching in acidic foods as with all metal cookware.
Interesting never looked at these pans. What do you think about glass pans I have two for cooking they are not non stick but heat really well. They are heavy but I think they are better than the toxic pans out there
Glass is one of the optimal food contact materials since it’s non-leaching.
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Please talk about titanium.
Good info, but seems fussy given the price.
Thank you 🙏
Not buying some overpriced crap, either buy cast iron and take care of it otherwise it will rust and if you hate maintenance then get an enameled cast iron. Both iron and enamelization is completely safe, tho in case of enameled get a new one if the inside surface cracks because it could rust inside, just be gentle to the surface, dont cool it down with water when its hot, I have enameled cast iron for like 10 years and the surface is still in good condition without cracks + its white so you can nicely see imperfections.
how about stainless steel?
I found out about you by accident. It’s horrifying how many things our government allows. I’ve literally been researching into every brand of cookware to see what is the safest for about a week now. I’m still trying to find a solution for purifying my water the cheapest. It’s been a complete headache. I can’t believe how much plastic is everywhere and almost 90% of our food and drinks on the market have estrogen disrupters. It’s sickening. Even most tooth floss isn’t safe, especially for men. I’ve been researching what I can put on my skin, my teeth, what I can eat, drink… everything is basically a large trap in America unless you heavily research into everything and save money for the quality products that won’t kill you. Life shouldn’t be this difficult. And don’t even get me started on inflation, our rigged economy, and our failed healthcare system. Universal Healthcare unfortunately will never happen in America. I think the biggest reason why besides big pharma and other corporations profiting off our illnesses is that they need an incentive to keep Soldiers in the service branches. Retention is so bad in the military. Once healthcare and education aren’t provided, I’d say the majority of Soldiers wouldn’t be serving the country because many know the wars are pointless and that they’re just puppets to gain resources like oil or gain political or economic power.
Get a distiller for your water
You are so pretty!
How about class cookware.
Glass is one of the optimal food contact materials since it’s non-leaching.
@@dryvonneburkart thank you Doctor. Ur so nice .
Another con you didn’t mention: ceramic being non-metal doesn’t work on induction stoves.
I never use ceramic, all ceramics can leach heavy metals or chemicals, you are at the mercy of the company that made them. I only use glass or metal.
metal.... you meant stainless steel and cast iron.... or anything else?
Xtrema ceramic cookware does not leach lead or cadmium under acidic conditions, and exceeds CA Prop 65.
It seems like cast iron is the best.
just get titanium cookware.
Not even a single explanation for what is the covering on cooking surface.
What about HexClad?
HexClad is toxic. They use GenX
I hated Extrama, that was the worst pan I’ve ever used in my life. I would rather never cook if I had to use those crappy pans they’re horrible.
I canceled my Xtrema order bc it's made in China. Vermicular passes the CA Prop test, it's made in Japan, the quality is so much better. The Masui Kamado is a caste iron pot, rice cooker, induction cooker all in one...and def not made in effin China
I rely on third party accredited lab testing to form safety judgements instead of making sweeping judgements about where a product is made. Xtrema tests every single batch of cookware for cadmium and lead leaching and posts the reports on their website for everyone to see. Both their glazed cookware and the unglazed substrate exceed strict California Prop 65 standards for cadmium and lead leaching. This means that even a scratched piece won’t expose you to lead and cadmium above safe levels. This is the data that removes concern from my perspective as a Toxicologist.
Short answer: No.
It’s time to replace my cookware 😢
Hard to trust a promotion
This is not a sponsored video. It is a brand review as stated.
@@dryvonneburkart with a promo code. It's a promotion. Sketchy.
@@dryvonneburkart there is a promo code. It is a promo
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Thanks for watching!
This is literally a sponsored video and you expect us to believe you?
If you do any research on your own, you’ll find each of these points are accurate.
Ncbi + subject of interest... she just summarize the points
On one level I agree, but she does have great points on be aware. Do the best you can. ✌️
I did my research, and I remember removing Xtrema from my shopping list. I don't remember why but it was a big reason@@brandily
Even if it is a sponsored video, she stand by them and uses this cookware herself. Why would she lie about it? She is trying to help us make the best choices.