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Rusty utensils

  • 27-11-2011 3:13pm
    #1
    Donelson
    Closed Accounts Posts: 456 ✭✭


    I have a sightly rusty (literally) grinder and mincer and if I use it I'm sure that I'll get rust in my food. Is this ok or should I get a new grinder etc?


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  • #2
    ojola
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 104 ✭✭ojola


    Donelson wrote: »
    I have a sightly rusty (literally) grinder and mincer and if I use it I'm sure that I'll get rust in my food. Is this ok or should I get a new grinder etc?

    Dont be a scrooge, get a new grinder. find below the dangers of rust getting into your system.
    Rust is Iron Oxide. Hence, any warnings concerning the ingestion of iron may apply. Ingesting too much iron, whether it be via rust, suppliments, or otherwise, can lead to unpleasant symptoms including nausea and vomiting. Long-term side affects such as liver damage can be associated with excessive iron intake. In extreme cases, iron overdose can be potentially fatal, particularly in young children. Iron overdose is said to be the leading cause of 'accidental poisoning leading to death' in children under six.
    Iron, as a mineral, is a dietary requirement for our bodies. We need iron to aid in the manufacturing of red blood cells. Anemia is the lack of iron, or ability to absorb it. In general, under 30mg of iron a day may be considered safe or normal for an adult as a suppliment, but you should always consult with a physician before supplimenting your diet. Just as you might expect with any dietary requirement, moderation is the key. When in doubt, give your doc a shout.



    Read more: http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_are_the_health_consequences_of_ingesting_rust#ixzz1ev3oGw4P


  • #3
    Orla K
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,462 ✭✭✭Orla K


    ojola wrote: »
    Dont be a scrooge, get a new grinder. find below the dangers of rust getting into your system.
    Rust is Iron Oxide. Hence, any warnings concerning the ingestion of iron may apply. Ingesting too much iron, whether it be via rust, suppliments, or otherwise, can lead to unpleasant symptoms including nausea and vomiting. Long-term side affects such as liver damage can be associated with excessive iron intake. In extreme cases, iron overdose can be potentially fatal, particularly in young children. Iron overdose is said to be the leading cause of 'accidental poisoning leading to death' in children under six.
    Iron, as a mineral, is a dietary requirement for our bodies. We need iron to aid in the manufacturing of red blood cells. Anemia is the lack of iron, or ability to absorb it. In general, under 30mg of iron a day may be considered safe or normal for an adult as a suppliment, but you should always consult with a physician before supplimenting your diet. Just as you might expect with any dietary requirement, moderation is the key. When in doubt, give your doc a shout.



    Read more: http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_are_the_health_consequences_of_ingesting_rust#ixzz1ev3oGw4P

    To be fair I doubt a slightly rusty grinder will do that much harm to anyone.


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