What should I pay attention to when using stainless steel cutlery?

Stainless steel tableware has become a rookie among tableware because of its gorgeous appearance, sanitation, durability, and easy cleaning, and it is very popular. In today's life, stainless steel spoons, stainless steel basins, stainless steel chopsticks, stainless steel bowls and other utensils all appear one by one. However, if used improperly, it will deform and change color, reduce its service life, and even affect human health. What should be paid attention to when using stainless steel tableware?

1. Can not use stainless steel pot to cook Chinese medicine. Generally speaking, Chinese medicine contains a variety of alkaloids and organic acids. Under heating conditions, these components are prone to chemical reactions, which will make the drug useless and even generate some more toxic complexes.

2. After using for a period of time, the surface of stainless steel tableware will lose its luster and form a layer of mist. At this time, you can dip a soft cloth into the decontamination powder and gently wipe the surface of the stainless steel appliance to restore its brightness as before. Do not rub it with steel wire or sandpaper, which will scratch the surface of the stainless steel. Ugly.

3. When using stainless steel tableware, avoid cooking and storing food that is too acidic. Acid will cause the chromium and nickel contained in the stainless steel tableware to be released into the food, which is harmful to human health.

4. Do not use strong alkaline or strong oxidizing chemicals such as baking soda, bleaching powder, sodium hypochlorite, etc. to wash stainless steel tableware. Because these substances are strong electrolytes, they will react electrochemically with stainless steel.

5. Any tableware, including stainless steel tableware, may grow bacteria on the surface after a period of use, especially chopsticks, spoons, bowls, etc. Sharing is a way for family members to spread bacteria to each other, so try to disinfect tableware regularly.

6. Stainless steel materials can't be burnt empty. Because stainless steel has lower thermal conductivity and slower heat conduction than iron products and aluminum products, air burning will cause the chrome coating on the surface of the cookware to age and fall off.