Do wooden spoons harbor bacteria after washing?
Read labels and choose products made from glass, stainless steel, or untreated wood where possible.
What's actually in it
Consumer products can contain chemicals that aren't fully disclosed on labels. Synthetic materials, coatings, and preservatives may be tested individually but not in combination.
The safest approach for everyday household items is to choose products made from materials with long safety records: stainless steel, borosilicate glass, organic cotton, wool, and untreated wood.
What the research says
A 2026 study in food chem found that thermal generation of acrylamide, 5-HMF, and AGEs in roasted cashews: Correlation with aroma-active volatiles and quality evaluation..
Liu Y(1), Huang Y(1), Hu H(1), Chen Y(1), Li C(1), Yu Q(1), Wang.
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