Aluminum foil is often used in cooking whether for cooking or for packaging. But science comes to teach us a little more about this product for everyday use, and warn us about its different uses. Explications!
Aluminum foil contains aluminum, which is a neurotoxic heavy metal. According to scientists, exposure to this metal could lead to long-term adverse effects, including mental decline, loss of balance, memory, coordination and body control.
Aluminum foil at high temperature!
Many people do not know that when aluminum foil is exposed to high temperatures, it emits metal particles into food, which makes them toxic.
According to Dr. Essam Zubaidy, a research scientist in chemical engineering at the American University of Sharjah, a meal cooked in aluminum foil can contain up to 400 mg of aluminum.
Researchers say that when eating foods in contact with aluminum:
- This metal affects the bones because it accumulates inside these hard organs to take the place of calcium.
- This causes respiratory problems following inhalation of aluminum particles.
- This causes oxidative stress in the cells of the whole body, causing damage to DNA and aging.
It has also been shown by research that chronic exposure to aluminum can have carcinogenic effects as well as the occurrence of neurodegenerative pathologies such as Alzheimer's disease. In children, exposure to this heavy metal has been linked to autism.
Note that the recommended daily dose for aluminum, according to the World Health Organization, is limited to 60 mg per day.
What are the signs and symptoms of heavy metal poisoning?
Prolonged exposure to heavy metals such as aluminum can lead to intoxication, here are some of the most common warning signs of heavy metal toxicity:
- Chronic fatigue
- Autoimmune diseases, including Lyme disease
- Poor recovery from exercise and weakness
- Skin irritation
- Neurological disorders
- Difficulty concentrating, learning and memorizing
- Depression and / or anxiety
- Insomnia
- Digestive problems
- Chronic pain, such as those associated with fibromyalgia
- Anemia
Here are foods that naturally remove heavy metals like aluminum!
- Green leafy vegetables: Green vegetables are among the most powerful detoxifying foods. Try to eat a type of green vegetables each day, such as kale, dandelion leaves, arugula, spinach or beetroot. Broccoli sprouts are another great food to provide antioxidants and reduce inflammation.
- Herbs and spices: Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory herbs and spices such as basil, parsley, oregano, rosemary, thyme, ginger, turmeric, cinnamon and coriander can help eliminate heavy metals. Coriander is one of the best herbs for detoxification and can help reduce heavy metal buildup, try adding it to your smoothies or juices to consume daily.
- Vitamin C-Rich Foods: Vitamin C-rich fruits and vegetables can reduce the damage caused by heavy metal toxicity by acting as antioxidants. These foods include citrus fruits such as oranges or grapefruit, green vegetables such as spinach and kale, broccoli and cruciferous vegetables, kiwi, papaya, guava and pepper.
- Garlic and Onions: These vegetables contain sulfur that helps your liver detoxify heavy metals.
- Water: Drink 2 to 3 liters of water spaced throughout the day to stay hydrated and help eliminate toxins.
- Flax seeds: They provide fiber and omega-3 that can help colon detoxification and reduce inflammation. But if you suffer from bowel obstruction, narrowing of the esophagus or diverticula to the intestines, it is better not to consume these seeds.
- Bone broth: Bone broth from quality meat helps you hydrate, supports liver health by providing glutathione. It also provides amino acids that help strengthen the organs. Consume the bone broth as herbal tea or soup.
Try to avoid as much as possible artificial or processed foods, food allergens, alcohol consumption. Also, promote physical activity that will help you clear toxins through perspiration and especially replace foil with parchment paper or another, healthier cooking method.