Why this matters
The kitchen is one of the highest-exposure rooms in the home. Cookware, food storage, and water all come into direct contact with what your family eats and drinks every day. Small, considered swaps here tend to have the biggest payoff.
Main exposure sources
- Plastics in contact with food & heat
- PFAS/PTFE non-stick coatings
- Food preparation & storage materials
- Food & water contaminants
The three biggest improvements
Start here — these give you the most benefit for the least effort.
1
Swap plastic containers for glass for leftovers and reheating
2
Replace badly scratched non-stick pans
3
Stop microwaving food in plastic
Quick swaps at a glance
Plastic containersGlass containers
Non-stick panStainless steel / cast iron
Plastic kettleGlass kettle
Plastic chopping boardWooden chopping board
