Heard the rumors about harmful cookware? This is popular type you may want to avoid and a better, safer alternative for ...

Choosing the right non-stick cookware set can make everyday cooking faster and easier. From basic 3-piece sets to elaborate ...

America's Poison Centers says there has been a spike in cases, with 267 reports of Teflon flu last year. Experts say Teflon flu is transmitted when you scrape the bottom of the non-stick Teflon-coated ...

Scientists have estimated that thousands to millions of ultrasmall Teflon plastic particles may be released during cooking as non-stick pots and pans gradually lose their coating. Just a single ...

While Teflon is stable under typical cooking conditions, it can release toxic fumes when heated above 260°C (500°F). A high temperature on a gas stove typically ranges from about 204°C to 260 ...

Teflon is a brand name for a synthetic chemical called polytetrafluoroethylene that's used in many household products, from wire coatings to fabric protectors and kitchen cookware. The knock on ...

If you're using older nonstick cookware or cooking improperly with it, there is some evidence that certain health risks may be present. Here's what you need to know about the 'Teflon flu'.