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Aluminum Foil: Aluminum foil is the need of the hour today and is found in most Indian kitchens. The function of aluminum foil is to keep food fresh for a long time. Lunch box for office going people or school going children is complete only when it is packed well in aluminum foil.
You all know that aluminum foil is one part dull and one part shiny, but most people do not know which part should be kept on top or inside while packing lunch. On which side is better in this case, experts say that 'from a nutrition and food safety point of view there is no significant difference between the dull and shiny side of aluminum foil used for cooking or storage.' This difference in aluminum foil is due to the manufacturing process. This does not affect the safety or health aspect of the food coming in contact with either side of the foil.
You can use either side of aluminum foil
According to experts, using aluminum foil on both sides does not have any significant effect on the food. The use of the dull or shiny side of aluminum foil to package or form foods does not inherently affect the nutritional value or composition of the food. The method and ingredients of food preparation have a greater impact on the nutritional outcome than the foil used.
health concerns
The primary health concerns related to the use of aluminum foil in food preparation or storage include the potential transfer of aluminum into food. However, this transfer is very low and is generally considered safe by health officials.
According to the expert, the choice between using a blunt or inked part does not make much difference to the cause. Some suspicion of aluminum transfer is related to the creation of more salty foods. This may lead to more leaching of aluminum into the food.
How to Use Aluminum Foil
Which side to use?
Given the lack of critical distance, the user can choose either side based on personal preference or convenience. The shiny side is preferred for aesthetic reasons when covering or wrapping foods.
acidic and salty foods
When preparing acidic or salty foods, a sheet of paper should be used between the food and the foil to reduce aluminum transfer.
high temperature
For cooking food at high temperatures, taking care that the foil does not come in direct contact with the food can help reduce any potential aluminum transfer risks.
storage
Aluminum foil can be used on both sides for food storage without affecting food safety. However, for longer storage processes, properly sealing food and using containers designed for long-term storage can provide greater safety and preserve nutritional quality.