Since the 1930's, aluminum/magnesium alloys have been used in the manufacture of pots and pans. An unanswered question is whether the small addition of these metals to our food supply is beneficial, harmful, or of no consequence. What are some examples of foods that will react with aluminum/magnesium pans?

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Adelyn Frye

13 November, 12:02

Since the 1930's, aluminum/magnesium alloys have been used in the manufacture of pots and pans. An unanswered question is whether the small addition of these metals to our food supply is beneficial, harmful, or of no consequence. What are some examples of foods that will react with aluminum/magnesium pans?

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Selina Watkins · Answer 1

Answer: The answer is:

*Foods High in Salt

*Foods High in Acids

*Some fruits

Explanation:

Despite popular thinking, neither aluminum nor aluminum magnesium pans will leach aluminum into foods. As well, there is no relationship between everyday aluminum use and Alzheimer's disease according to the Alzheimer's Association.

Aluminium/magnesium can react with some acidic foods to change the taste of the food.

Salty foods-will increase the chances of pitting.

Acid foods - will react with the aluminum in aluminum magnesium pans, creating oxidation that causes discoloration.

Fruits-Some fruits, in addition to lemons and limes, are high in acids, which can also cause your aluminium magnesium pans to darken.