Modern kitchens are increasingly equipped with induction cookers, whose advantage over other types of stoves is obvious. This is an attractive external appearance, and the speed of cooking, and the ability to install it on any surface.
Induction hob fits harmoniously into any kitchen design. However, many housewives are concerned about the safety of cooking in such an unusual way. This is not surprising, because everything new usually causes not only interest, but also wariness. Therefore, it is worthwhile to understand the principles of operation of the device in order to independently draw a conclusion about the safety of its use.
The device and principle of operation of the stove
In fact, the induction heating method is far from new and has long been used in industry. Now this method has become available to every housewife. Under each burner of this flat surface there is an inductor of the desired diameter, which is a generating element. An alternating current is applied to the coil, with the help of which a magnetic field arises, heating the bottom of the dishes. Therefore, for this type of plates, special dishes from ferromagnetic alloys are used. It is most effective in transforming magnetic currents into heat.
ATTENTION! The principle of electromagnetic induction is used in the mechanisms of most electrical appliances, which everyone has long been accustomed to and no one raises the issue of harm. These are computers and televisions, microwave ovens and refrigerators, as well as electric radiators.
What can be harmful
An electro-induction surface can only be harmful if a person has a pacemaker, defibrillator or similar device that can interact with magnetic waves.
Myths about harm
In 2002, Japanese scientists published an article on the dangers of high-frequency ovens, which greatly alarmed the public. However, the statement of the Swiss Federal Health Center, which followed in 2006, refuted the fears of the Japanese colleagues. Research by Swiss scientists justified induction cookers. According to scientists, complete safety is guaranteed, it is only necessary to comply with all conditions for the proper operation of this equipment.
How to protect and reduce harm
In order to protect yourself as much as possible and not be exposed to strong electromagnetic effects, you need to purchase special dishes of the desired diameter.
The fact is that when the bottom of the pan or pan completely fills the space of the burner, the vortex flows between the burner and the bottom of the cookware cancel each other out, without giving too much radiation, which everyone is so afraid of.
In addition, you must observe a safe distance between the body and the hob, which should be at least 30 centimeters. And certainly you should not touch your stomach with a table with the device installed.
NOTE: People with pacemakers or other devices can be harmed not only by an induction electric stove, but also by any other electric device with an induction principle of operation. About this, as a rule, patients are warned by the attending physician.
In fact, the harm from induction furnaces is the same as from any other electrical appliance, but we will not stop using them. It is unlikely that anyone will agree to switch to firewood and candles in our time. Therefore, the housewives can sleep peacefully, and in the morning turn on this miracle device and enjoy its convenience. And in order to completely discard thoughts of harmful effects, decorate the kitchen with fresh flowers in pots that absorb all unnecessary waves and at the same time feel great.
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