The Toxins Lurking in Your Kitchen Causing Disease | Dr. William Li

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[@gabymalembe]

1. non-stick cookware 2. plastic containers 3. plastic cups, plates, utensils 4. kitchen sponges (brushes are better) 5. soaps with fragrances 6. char on grill 7. old food in fridge.

[@ronbarton7799]

Thanks for summarizing it.

[@faedeela9]

Thanks for the short list

[@aaronsalmon1376]

Wow, that's basically everything in every persons kitchen.

[@chazzeethomas]

@aaronsalmon1376 Not my kitchen. I don't even enjoy plastic. Especially cutting boards, utensils, cups, even water bottles, etc. Always clean out fridge the day/night before trash day..

[@kati-ana]

When I was a young woman just starting out on my own in my first home I noticed the plastic bowl I used to store spaghetti after I washed it it left a bad stain. No matter how hard I scrubbed, soaked the stain would not go away. It was then I got rid of all my plastics, including Tupperware and have only used lead free glass 'everything' since then.

[@barblee9615]

I donated Tupperware ( made decades ago ) to Salvation Army with a note stating the containers are not BPA-free and are not for storing foods.

[@ritdor]

Please note that every plastic product has a number inside a small triangle. The only safe numbers are 1,2,4,5 (The numbers that are not good 3,6,7) so every time you buy plastic products, check the number at the bottom.

[@jonathanchung7209]

Who decides what's safe and what's not? Are they lab tested? Approved by a non lobbied government? Can they buy the approval. Too many areas to question in this day and age. Just sticking to stainless steel maybe a better option.

[@ritdor]

@@jonathanchung7209 The numbers were given as part of the international code law, for all countries of the world. And certainly laboratory tests were carried out before the decision to determine the numbers on drink bottles and plastic boxes

[@isagoldfield7393]

Yes, stainless steel or glass are best💥

[@dr.samierasadoonalhassani2669]

Don’t trust plastics. In Arabic we sayنقطه راس سطر meaning full stop new line.

[@jz94117]

1,2,4,5 are edible. 3,6,7 not so much.

[@LornaGiles]

Love Dr William Li - I’m a nurse and recommend all his books and videos to my patients!! Thank you 🙏

[@annalexander6042]

I will replace 1 thing at a time thank you for your advice

[@albertnetoth-xn6of]

Now I don't know whether to be happy or cry. I'm happy about the new knowledge. I'm crying because until now I've poisoned myself and my immediate family.😊😢

[@pattysayssew3609]

Good news...it's a new day to start over!

[@albertnetoth-xn6of]

@@pattysayssew3609 Yes.Every day is a new day.For learning , for starting over and for everything else.

[@pattysayssew3609]

@@albertnetoth-xn6of BTW, I'm in the same boat. You can do this!

[@carolschulte9488]

Thank you Dr Li. You’re helping us all with your information! Love your books!! Everyone should read them.

[@teeburdtalks]

Use this instead: Natural Non-stick pans & Pots Cast iron pans and skillets Copper pan Glass containers 🫙 Glass cutting board Glass everything Paper cups or glass Paper plates or glass Use a brush to clean dishes not sponges 🧽 No fragrance in cleaning 🧼 supplies Char on the grill please clean after and before each use

[@Zar2244]

Or wood chopping boards, and wash cloth for dishes

[@edithharmer1326]

Educational for all!❤

[@rickylu7200]

All due respect, Dr Lee, I don't know where you shop but MOST food is sold in plastic. Yes, we can control the storage containers in our homes, but this is nuts to even fathom. I mostly use glass food storage; the lids are always plastic.

[@maryrosespiteri4117]

Buy fresh food not frozen

[@gloriafarmer6826]

Wow! These sources of massive toxins all around anything and almost everything many have been oblivious about, I can't thank you enough, Dr Li!

[@helanna9843]

I use sponges and put them in the dishwasher every time I run it. Probably just helping but not correcting the problem. I also make my own air freshener with distilled water and essential oils only. No artificial air fresheners.

[@hannah5245]

I use sponges too. Every night I just rinse it out with water. In the morning I pour boiling water over it and just let it sit. And use as per normal. But be sure to replace about every so often. I throw out after about 1 or 2 mths.

[@jessica5657]

Can you please do a video on the best foods to eat (and not to) if you have any arthritis?

[@user-tb2zv6gi3h]

Good stuff, thank you so much, Dr. William Li for sharing this information.

[@anthth]

Thank you so much Doctor William 🙏🏼❤️

[@zeideerskine3462]

You can use thin slice sponges and microwave them every day of use. Throw them out once a week. The thinner sponges dry out faster. Many of them are made of cellulose (wood). Your sponges do not need to be dyed. Good hardwood boards do not need to be scrubbed. They are antibacterial thanks to triterpenes in the wood. Brushes can be made from wood and wood derived bristles or boar bristles. They are cheap and effective, do not need long handles, and dry quickly. Many groceries come in glass jars that can be easily rinsed out and used to store other things like dry goods that come in annoyingly oversized and under filled packages. Many fruit scented dish soaps are scented with esters that safe. Did you know that Ross has top quality milled soap with all natural ingredients for a fraction of the price?

[@2075vj]

I stopped using them years ago. Because of a propellants. I just have a spray bottle and I add the oil that I want to use. Thanks for sharing.

[@lianapomeranzev9862]

All the frozen berries you recommend are sold in plastic bags. Is that harmful? The salads in the supermarket are in plastic bags. Where do you buy food after work that is not in plastic bags? All organic products are in plastic bags. I'd appreciate an answer

[@respectpleasethankyou]

Just buy them and remove from the plastic. He's talking about the shedding as a big part of the shedding. Farmer's Market produce doesn't come in plastic. Lots of glass options now: Weck is all glass

[@lianapomeranzev9862]

@@respectpleasethankyou, thank you

[@chazzeethomas]

Why are you buying pre-made salads? Make your own. Yes, the plastic it comes is bad for you.

[@lianapomeranzev9862]

@@chazzeethomas , I don't buy anything prepared. Raw lettuce (rucola, for example) is sold in plastic containers. Organic meat, chicken, all pre-packaged. Yeah, I don't really believe that kitchen plastic in the fridge is dangerous. Thanks for the reply.

[@shaynelahmed6323]

Warm foods and plastics are the main deadly combination as are citric acidy foods stored in plastic...they leach into it. Strictly use plastics for non acidic AND cold foods, if you must.

[@whitemusk7691]

Really appreciate your online classes Dr William 😊. Our overall health is directly linked to what we eat , how we eat and what pots we cook in. We need to be consciously aware of it. It does make a life changing experience. I have seen the difference in people living in traditional culture and the so-called modern culture .

[@sap.1242]

Thank you for this wonderful content. Hey Doctor, how about crockpot? I use my crockpot at least twice a month. We own an old crockpot brand, the coating still intact, no scratches or cracks, but the thought of lead in my food is always in the back of my mind. Thank you! Keep up with the good work.

[@jayneliberty3429]

Why not use a dish cloth to wash your dishes. After a couple of uses just through in the laundry.

[@chweehar]

Dr Li, what do you think of cooking and warming food in the microwave oven?

[@jeanburgin160]

Thank you ... great tutorial. All the best.

[@glennacoriell6445]

Thanks so much for the info !!!

[@soniaroman4215]

Thanks Dr. Lee

[@charlessommers7218]

Thanks 👍

[@marivallejo6718]

Ty

[@yvonnehyatt8353]

Very good video thanks.

[@chopjockey]

Did you forget to mention Oxidized industrial Seed Oils like Canola / Rapeseed Oil and Margarine?

[@MarkXHolland]

Yes! Seed oils are toxic poison!

[@christophermiller9624]

Dr. Lee l like your glasses

[@barbarafrondel]

I like Dr. Li's glasses, also. Really cool

[@mariawelling4194]

I was recently shopping at Sprouts. I was considering purchasing a rotisserie chicken for dinner. To my surprise, it was covered in a plastic bag stiling on a heated plate. It literally blew my mind. A health food change should know better.

[@isagoldfield7393]

Sadly, all supermarket rotisserie chickens are now in a plastic bags, Whole Foods & Costco followed:(

[@annmarie3520]

@@isagoldfield7393 yes, even Costco are in plastic bags but prior they were in plastic containers.

[@cathyf5670]

I don’t buy any cooked chicken in Costco since they wrap chicken in plastic, a close contact in a high temperature 😱

[@luallahelisapama5531]

Thank you Dr for explaining where toxins toxic waste comes from.

[@pip5461]

Oh boy... this is cause for even more paranoia...!

[@annalexander6042]

That's it brush I will get one

[@bluebirdgramma6317]

What are yours/our eye glass frames made from, are they dangerous too, Dr Li?

[@tupscolls776]

Word!!!!

[@michaelfrasco3799]

This is such a huge topic! Plastics are everywhere and so are various chemicals. Are there foods that help our bodies deal with these toxins?

[@Goggans]

I appreciate this hey let’s think of some realistic changes…picnics we use plastic everywhere and refrain from using park grills & that at our apartment complexes as they are never cleaned. IKEA has the best under $2 kitchen brushes so you can load up. Think about pet dishes also & automatic water fountains

[@SeoulMan2020]

Ah…the wonderful conveniences of the modern world.. …are all trying to kill us ☹️

[@susansmith9263]

BPA free is recommended in cans, saran wrap. A product that doesn't contain any traces of bisphenol A (BPA), a synthetic chemical that's used to harden plastics and in can linings. 😖 Seems so much is contaminated...our bottled water reportedly now has micro plastics...some brands worse than others. 🙄

[@mareezy]

Aren't the paper plates coated with stuff on top that is bad for you too?

[@annmarie3520]

I’m 67, grew up with everything you mentioned! I guess I’m doomed!!! Good info to change things but????🤷🏼‍♀

[@user-yn3yo1pp8u]

Don’t worry you don’t have much time left anyways

[@firebird7479]

Cast iron skillets are not a good idea for those of us with Hemochromatosis or Thalassemia.

[@tunatony]

Who and how many have that? Ohh about one out of 300, okay😂🎉

[@firebird7479]

@@tunatony It's not as common as stupidity, that's for sure. And it's more serious than you think if it's not treated. Do some research before you make idiotic comments.

[@firebird7479]

@@tunatony FYI...hemachromatosis is common in Baltic Males among others. Thalassemia affects men of Mediterranean descent. And you think 1 in 300 is NOT common? As I said, not as common as stupidity.

[@IvySnowFillyVideos]

It can be common in those living at high altitude

[@firebird7479]

@@IvySnowFillyVideos I'm 80' above sea level.

[@annalexander6042]

What about salad we boxes of salad

[@iamslbc]

Question. When non-stick / Teflon and aluminum cookware started getting a bad health reputation silicone became the “latest and greatest” for bakeware. How safe is cooking in silicone?

[@lynnpurfield9430]

Good question, thank you.

[@idahogardengirl942]

Yvonne Burkhart, PhD has some yt videos that might give you some additional information about toxins and cookware.

[@victoria5167]

I'm using cast iron and stainles

[@jeanv2929]

What is your opinion of ceramic pans?

[@Sconzette]

You say to wash a dish brush with hot water. Isn't washing a sponge with hot water and soap the same thing??

[@leedublin320]

What do you recommend for freezing food if not plastic, glass breaks too easily? I love your content!

[@RetroVintageMonkey]

Can you microwave the kitchen sponge to kill all bacteria?

[@mrgrandad1961]

Aluminium pots and pans etc have been linked with Alzhimers...not surprising really !!

[@13thbiosphere]

You didn't mention non-stick stone

[@tonydinozzo3501]

what about foodsaver machine? what can we use to seal foods that are not plastic?

[@dowhatsright2889]

Mylar or glass jars?

[@wendywertz8828]

Food comes in plastic even salad greens …. We don’t avoid everything!

[@nourabaker7395]

❤❤❤❤🥰🥰🥰🥰thank you so much

[@charlenelitwin5048]

What about food grade silicone for storing food?

[@gcdianagail]

Even so, almost every thing you buy is wrapped in plastic. My recycling ♻️ is ridiculous

[@lcharles5909]

What about the plastic around fruits and veg in supermarkets?

[@lettybee7764]

Please comment on clay cooking pots we use that in the Philippines.

[@bilid4128]

How about aluminium Foil?

[@lcharles5909]

I usually boil a kettle and pour it on sponges to kill bacteria - is that good enough?

[@aminsajidmian2030]

❤THANKS FOR WARNING HEALTH HAZARDS.

[@hereim5648]

Stainless steel is the best.

[@marlinedeborah4331]

What about silicone?

[@michaelcan]

What about Ceramic pans and pots from Silit I believe they are deemed safe as well

[@idahogardengirl942]

I think the Corningware from the 1970s is good. Also, Corning “Visions”.

[@patriciaburch6471]

Dr. Is it okay if it’s bpa free? A lot of our baby bottles sipped are that? Can we use plastic if just for cold drinks foods??

[@annalexander6042]

But I don't eat soap

[@josephinengai5499]

but the brush is made of plastic too right?

[@TheWSTEAM]

👍

[@valerielock2374]

But ! Brushes are made of plastic lol

[@annalexander6042]

Not got one them

[@deewin4343]

It looks like he’s wearing wireless earbud?! They’re known to be a possible danger from the radiation and may cause tumors! I would never use them.

[@mikeD1234]

No. First, how can something be “known” to be a “possible” danger? Doesn’t make sense. Second, microwaves and radio waves are so weak that they can’t penetrate skin or cells. UV and stronger waves like Gamma have much more energy and can cause problems. You’re believing in nonsense.

[@sweetjane6506]

I don't like the plastic lids on take out coffee. All that hot liquid going through the plastic and straight into your mouth. No thanks. I've started washing dishes with a loofah sponge. It's natural and it works just as well as plastic.

[@dod2304]

unfortunately, loofah sponges can hold a LOT of bacteria. That was revealed many years ago with the upsurge in people using loofahs in their baths and showers. Unless you have an efficient way to sterilize them...I don't know. Geez seems like everything killing us. 😜

[@Citibank639]

Why our government allows such horrible things for human health??? Where are those people who have the knowledge but still continue doing damage to our food??? What is going on with this world???? 🌎

[@Goggans]

I appreciate this hey let’s think of some realistic changes…picnics we use plastic everywhere and refrain from using park grills & that at our apartment complexes as they are never cleaned. IKEA has the best under $2 kitchen brushes so you can load up. Think about pet dishes also & automatic water fountains