Do you have, tucked away in your cupboards, a set of dishes inherited from your grandparents, your parents, or maybe something you scored at a flea market? We totally get it, the vintage charm of these items is simply unmatched and instantly makes any meal feel far more special. But wait! According to a study conducted by 60 Millions de consommateurs, these old plates might contain harmful materials that could pose a risk to your health!
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The Presence of Heavy Metals on Our Plates
Lead, arsenic, cadmium... these elements can be quite alarming, but guess what? You might actually be consuming them regularly. According to a survey by 60 Millions of Consumers, it turns out that tableware from the early 20th century up until 1950 has been found to contain heavy metals after testing!
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Several cases of lead poisoning have been detected: « Unlike other metals, lead does not deplete: as long as the glaze is present, it can migrate into food. The condition of the dishware does not change this phenomenon », say Éric Swanet, a chemical engineer and food glaze specialist, and his wife Joëlle Swanet, a ceramics technology professor, when interviewed by the media.
Stop using this dishware on a daily basis
These substances pose a real danger to health as they can impact the kidneys, bones, and even the nervous system. How can we prevent the risks? By limiting the use as much as possible.
ion of this tableware while ensuring that the food to be consumed does not come into direct contact with the porcelain. “ You could, in a pinch, use your beautiful plate as a fruit bowl, but only for placing fruits that you will peel », recommend the experts.Voir cette publication sur Instagram