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Using Hot Water from the Tap for Cooking? Here's Why You Should Never Do It
In the world of cooking, there are many established misconceptions. You've probably heard that meat should be prepared in a certain way to 'retain its juices' or that oil in water prevents pasta from sticking — although these claims are not true. However, sometimes behind seemingly similar advice lie rules that really matter. One of them is the recommendation not to use hot water from the tap for cooking, according to Simply Recipes.
TL;DR
- Hot tap water can dissolve contaminants like lead and copper more readily than cold water.
- Lead pipes are common in older homes, and lead solder is found in plumbing components.
- Exposure to lead can cause serious physical and behavioral effects, especially in developing bodies.
- Babies, young children, and pregnant women are particularly sensitive to lead poisoning.
- Boiling water kills bacteria but does not remove chemical contaminants like lead or copper.
- Always use cold tap water for drinking, cooking, and preparing baby formula.
- Run your tap water until it is completely cold before using it.