Use cold tap water instead of hot whenever you are cooking. Lead often enters homes from old lead pipes in the plumbing. But, lead is more likely to sneak into hot water than cold water. By simply using cold water, you can make a difference in the amount of lead in your food when you cook. Check the link for a more in depth explanation and some tips for making that cold water boil faster. #nlppw2018 #lead #tapwater #cooking #cookingtips #nontoxic #nontoxiccooking #becausehealth #quicktip #Repost @aquasana ・・・ October 21st - 27th is National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week. Did you know: it's estimated that as many as 63 million Americans have been exposed to lead in their tap water. Have you had your water tested for lead?
Sometimes, the glaze used to make your plates and bowls look bright and colorful can contain lead. So, our tip? Look for ceramics that are marked made in the USA where we have pretty strict rules about what ingredients can be used in glazes. Also, bright colors tend to have more lead in them, so try to stick to neutrals (they'll look nice in clean in all your insta pics, too). #nlppw2018 #preventleadpoisoning .
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So, today, we are sharing 6 super easy things you can do that will help you limit your (and your family's) lead exposure. They are all super easy and require little to no money investment at all. Use a door mat and take your shoes off at the door. This is also a great excuse to get those cozy slippers you've been eyeing. Mop your floors. Okay, this is not super fun, but even just moping a couple times more a month than you normally do greatly reduces the amount of lead that just sort of collects in the dust around your home. Wipe down surfaces with a wet microfiber cloth. It catches more than a regular duster - we promise. Also, don't forget about the window sills. Use cold tap water instead of hot whenever you cook. Wash your hands. Just, like, always. But seriously, wash them after you do things outside and every time before you eat. Wash stuffed animals or pillows if you can.
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