This Gorgeous Enameled Cast Iron Cookware is My #1 Choice to Avoid Tainting Your Food With Toxic Chemicals or Metals...

(Plus, it Looks Like Le Creuset -- at Less Than Half the Price!)

Despite your best intentions to eat healthier meals, exercise regularly, drink pure water, and use key supplements, something scary could be preventing you from achieving your peak wellness.

And it lurks in your kitchen cabinets ...

Funny as it may sound, that scary "something " could be your pots and pans! Yes, the cookware you use to prepare your food might be downright dangerous to your health.

Paul Levine says...  I was one of the lucky first to get this set! I was a professional chef for years and it hurt to throw out a thousand dollars worth of professional non-stick cookware, but I had to do it! This stuff is very nice. I added a few pieces of LeCruset from their outlet store and it cost me almost as much for each individual piece as this whole set cost! And I've got to tell you, the quality is almost identical. I can hardly wait until there are more pieces to choose from! And I've found that with the use of coconut oil, even eggs don't stick to the skillet!

This may not be a new issue for you. As I continue to discuss the dangers of some types of cookware on the site, one of the most common questions I receive is "What type of cookware do you recommend?".

You'll find the answer below. But before you read this, it's important to know that I've been working on bringing a healthy and affordable cookware alternative to the U.S. for over two years!

Now, I'm proud to introduce the answer to your questions -- and what I feel is one of the most incredible values you will ever find in cookware.

As you know, I wouldn't advise you to throw anything

out unless I've found that it has been linked to health

problems. I'm as concerned about frugality as you are.

But something that may cause severe health risks is another story.

And in my opinion, changing your cookware might be an easy and inexpensive secret that unlocks perplexing health problems -- and could be the key to avoiding hidden causes of long-term health risks.

Let me show you why ...

What Hidden Health Hazards Lurk in Your Cookware Cabinet?

Teflon is the most popular cookware in America. So what's wrong with it?

Well, for starters, teflon-coated aluminum contains perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), a synthetic chemical used in its production, creating its soap-like slipperiness and non-stick finish. PFOA has become very controversial because of health dangers linked to it.

• In April of 2006, multiple class action lawsuits were filed against DuPont representing consumers in twenty states and the District of Columbia. DuPont was charged with exposing millions of Americans to health risks from pans containing PFOA. (And that DuPont knew of the risks but failed to disclose them.) ¹

• In May 2006, DuPont said it received a subpoena from the U.S. Justice Department's Environmental Crimes Section to turn over documents about PFOA safety. This came just a month after DuPont settled a lawsuit -- with a fine of $10.25 million -- by the Environmental Protection Agency alleging that DuPont hid health data about PFOA for twenty years. ^2,3

• In March 2006, a scientific advisory panel to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) advised that PFOA be labeled a "likely carcinogen".⁴ Manufacturers are to phase out 95 percent of production by 2010, and totally by 2015. It is important to note that this is a voluntary reduction by manufacturers.

Yet, despite mounting evidence, DuPont still claims that PFOA is safe ...

Just How Dangerous IS PFOA?

In animal studies, PFOA posed health hazards like:

• Serious changes in organs including the brain, prostate, liver, thymus, and kidneys, showing toxicity.

• Death of several rat pups that were exposed to PFOA.

• Changes in the pituitary in female rats, at all doses. The pituitary controls growth, reproduction, and many metabolic functions. Changes in the size of the pituitary are considered an indication of toxicity.

• PFOA has been associated with tumors in at least four different organs in animal tests, and has been implicated in an increase in prostate cancer in PFOA plant workers. ⁵

My Concern: You Could Be Endangering Your Family and Pets Just by Cooking with Teflon

In studies of heated non-stick pans on conventional stovetops commissioned by the consumer watchdog organization Environmental Working Group, it only took 2-5 minutes to reach temperatures producing dangerous toxins. The coating begins to break down and release toxins into the air at only 446 degrees. ⁶

But wait! It doesn't stop here. At 680 degrees (3 to 5 minutes), non-stick pans release at least six toxic gasses, including two carcinogens, two global pollutants and MFA, a chemical deadly to humans at low doses.⁷ The vapors from using these pans with high heat also caused instant death to pet birds.

I'm afraid the "canary in the coal mine" is not a myth. In cases of "Teflon toxicosis", the lungs of exposed birds hemorrhage and fill with fluid, leading to what must be an agonizing death from suffocation. Is it such a stretch to wonder what these fumes could be doing to you and your children?

Even DuPont acknowledges that the fumes can make you sick -- they call it "polymer fume fever". They list the symptoms as: fever between 100 and 104 degrees, chest tightness, shortness of breath, headache, cough, chills, and sore throat, based on a survey of workers who complained of the illness. ⁸

Although this type of cookware is most widely known by the brand name Teflon, there are many other nonstick brand names that contain this toxic coating, including: Silverstone, Fluron, Supra, Excalibur, Greblon, Xylon, Duracote, Resistal, Autograph and T-Fal, to name just a few.

Ditch that Aluminum and Stainless Steel Cookware, Too

Get rid of that Teflon and other potentially dangerous cookware today!

Even after you purge your kitchen of Teflon, you may still be harboring danger -- this time in the form of aluminum or stainless steel.

I would not recommend aluminum pans for cooking if you want to enjoy your golden years. Aluminum is a strongly suspected causal factor in Alzheimer's disease (AD).⁹ AD is dreaded by people more than cancer and heart disease, for good reason.

Aluminum is considered a "reactive" metal, meaning that it reacts with salty or acidic foods to release itself into the food. You can also be exposed to aluminum when Teflon chips off a coated aluminum pan.

Next to Teflon, the most common cookware alternative is stainless steel, accounting for one-third of U.S. cookware sales. And some cooks prefer the "clad" or "three-ply" varieties that have an aluminum or copper base sandwiched between layers of stainless steel.

Contrary to popular belief, stainless steel may not be an inert metal either. All stainless steel has alloys containing nickel, chromium, molybdenum, carbon and various other metals.

In a study done on heart patients receiving stainless steel stents, restenosis occurred in 50% of patients. Allergies to the nickel and molybdenum in the stainless steel were suspected as a causal factor.

While this study is clearly not cooking-related, cooking with stainless-steel, clad or not, increases the likelihood that metals will leach into your food. This is especially true if cookware is pitted due to extended use or storage of acidic foods. For those with nickel allergies, it's a particularly important problem.

Copper is an alternative with even heat distribution. However, it should not have direct contact with food, due to the possibility of copper poisoning. Therefore, most copper pans come lined with other metals, creating the same concerns noted above. Copper pans are also extremely costly.

Once you realize that Teflon may be deadly, stainless steel is reactive, and copper is no good either, where do you turn? With my growing realization that today's popular cookware has so many health-related issues, I began the search for a better alternative.

And, great news for all of us! I found an impressive choice that offers a load of benefits at a very reasonable cost.

In My Opinion, the Ultimate Choice for the Healthy Frugal Gourmet is -- Enameled Cast Iron Cookware

This is the new and improved version of cookware that your grandmother probably used.

This beautiful cast iron cookware comes with a beautiful color glossy exterior in two color choices, and a black enameled interior finish.

I do, however, suggest that you season the frying pan before using it. This can be done in several ways, but my clear favorite is to use the method below.

First, be sure to clean your pan with soap and water making sure to rinse it well. Next, take a paper towel and apply a vegetable oil to the inside of the pan. I prefer to use coconut oil, but the next best is olive oil if you don't have that. You'll need to bake the pan upside down in your oven at 350 degrees for an hour or two. This should help your food stick less to the pan. As you use it, you may need to do it again.

Yes, it's definitely not that clunky, ugly and time-consuming old cast iron of years gone by.

Get rid of that Teflon and other potentially dangerous cookware today!

I had this cookware set custom-designed to provide you with a SAFE quality alternative that you can trust.

You probably didn't use your grandmother's cookware, so let me tell you what your Enameled Cast Iron Cookware can do for you ...

• Perfect for all types of cooks and cooking -- baking, browning, stewing, roasting, searing, or blackening. No matter how you like to cook, Enameled Cast Iron works for you.

• Seals in moisture and flavors for fabulous stews and tender meats.

• Offers total flexibility in heat sources too. You can use it on any type of range top -- gas, electric, induction, even glass top ranges. And in the oven and outdoors, too.

• This striking Enameled Cast Iron Cookware doubles as a beautiful serving and chafing dish. At the table, your food stays warm in it, because cast iron cools slowly.

• Cooks food evenly, being the consummate heat conductor. You won't have hot spots burning some areas with other areas barely cooked. Food browns evenly -- great for frying. The sides of the pan hold heat also, providing total even heating from the side, bottom and lid.

• Saves on clean-up time by doubling as a serving piece. Not only does it save time, but it also saves money on dishwasher cycles versus cleaning those extra serving dishes. Gives time back for family, work and other priorities.

• Enameled Cast Iron Cookware is so durable it will outlast Teflon by years. Traditionally, cast iron was revered for its durability and practicality. The Pilgrims brought cast iron cookware to America on the Mayflower. The pioneers took it West in covered wagons. It was handed down from generation to generation.

• It is the frugal choice in cookware. Because it offers fabulous flexibility and durability, and the initial cost is reasonable, it's the obvious choice for the frugal gourmet.

• It may even save energy dollars (and the environment) by heating so evenly that you can cook at lower temperatures.

• Offers easy use and care. The colored enamel coating seals the cast iron. You don't have to worry about rust, or seasoning your cookware. For easy cleaning, just let your cookware soak in warm soapy water and foods will wipe away easily. Although the manufacturer recommends handwashing due to the ease of cleaning, this cookware is dishwasher-safe.

• Enameled Cast Iron Cookware keeps its luster and shine. The black interior finish stops stains from showing, making cleanup easier than the cream color interiors in some products.

• Cast iron has a long history of use. For generations, cast iron cookware was listed among the most valuable of a person's possessions, along with precious metals like gold and silver. During the California gold rush, people panned for gold using cast iron skillets. George Washington's mother bequeathed her cast iron in her will. Lewis and Clark named their cast iron dutch oven as one of the most important pieces of equipment in their expedition to the Pacific Northwest in 1804.

• The enameled interior is free of harmful elements like cadmium and lead contained in some ceramic enamel.

So you can see -- there are even more reasons to use cast iron cookware today than your grandmother had.

I Encourage You to Replace Your Toxic Cookware with Naturally Non-Stick and Non-Toxic Cast Iron

Your new Enameled Cast Iron Cookware set will include every piece you need for remarkable home cooking. What I believe to be the finest way to cook for the best nutrition and long-term health.

You'll get all these essentials for great home-cooked meals:

• Enameled 5 quart round Dutch oven with lid. Designed for long, slow cooking -- meats will virtually melt in your mouth.

• Enameled 2 quart saucepan with handles and lid. With the smooth black enamel interior, making the perfect sauce was never easier!

• Enameled 10 inch fry pan with a stick handle. Perfect for omelets, blackened salmon or any other fried or seared foods.

Each piece of Enameled Cast Iron Cookware comes with a black enameled interior and a color glossy exterior in your choice of cobalt blue and apple green. All work great for re-heating leftovers as well as first-time cooking.

These pieces are attractive enough to set in front of guests as well as family. You can go from oven or stovetop to table with flair in most any situation, saving you time and hassle.

With so many benefits, you may be thinking that it will take a major financial investment to get started using this enameled cast iron cookware.

Finally, I've Found an Affordable "Better Health" Cookware Solution

Maybe you've even looked at some enameled cast iron in the large department stores and gasped at the price. In fact, some enameled cast iron costs as much as $365 for five pieces in comparable sizes.

But this great-looking and excellent-performing Enameled Cast Iron Cookware set isn't going to cost you $365.

You can have your own set of Enameled Cast Iron Cookware set for the affordable investment of $247! For your set of all five pieces of top-quality cookware.

You can't even buy one enameled cast iron 5-quart size casserole and lid in some brands (like Le Creuset) for that price. It's like getting the other six pieces absolutely FREE!

As you know, I'm a big proponent of cooking healthy meals at home versus eating out. You probably spend more money eating out every month than you'll invest in this cookware set. And just think about how much money you could save by cooking healthy meals at home ...

With this durable cookware lasting for many years, your five pieces of cookware cost only pennies per day. That's a pretty fair investment I believe will be better for your health.

Comparison of a Enameled Cast Iron Cookware Sets : Price: Mercola.com 5-Piece set 5 qt. Dutch Oven 2 qt. Saucepan plus Lid 10" Frying Pan $179.00 Mercola.com 5-Piece set 5 qt. Dutch Oven 2 qt. Saucepan plus Lid 10" Frying Pan $179.00 Le Creuset 5-Piece set 5.5 qt. French Oven plus lid 2.25 qt Sauce Pan plus lid 10.25" Skillet $329.95 (http://www.cutleryandmore.com)

Order Now to Begin Smart Cooking

Enameled Cast Iron Cookware has what it takes to provide you and your family with a better alternative for healthier and easier meals -- for many years to come.

I know because it's what I use. Here are a dozen reasons I'm confident you will love your new enameled cast iron cookware as much as I do:

Save money creating more healthy meals at home with your new enameled cast iron cookware!

• Most importantly, you are avoiding dangerous toxins that may harm you and your family (a great first step toward keeping you healthy).

• It is the original non-stick cooking surface for healthy eating.

• Enameled Cast Iron withstands high cooking temperatures. (It won't kill you -- or your pet bird either.)

• You'll enjoy the flavor of moist, tender foods.

• You can use Enameled Cast Iron on any type of cook top, oven or outdoors.

• I believe its flexibility and ease of use surpasses all other cookware.

• Saves you clean-up time -- doubles as a cooking and serving or chafing dish.

• Offers you nice, evenly cooked food, perfectly browned fish and meat. Cast iron is the consummate heat conductor.

• You can prepare any type of food in Enameled Cast Iron Cookware because of its flexibility to go from stovetop to oven, its ability to withstand high temperatures, and its nonstick surfaces.

• It is the frugal choice in high-quality cookware. For all you get, your investment is extremely affordable.

• It's extremely durable.

• Clean-up is simple.

There's another reason I left for last (but certainly not least):

Your Cookware Comes with a Limited Lifetime Household Warranty

Because of their history of producing quality products, Mercola.com is able to warrant this cookware to be free of defects in workmanship and materials under normal household use to the original purchaser.

This means you don't have to worry anymore about buying some inferior-quality cookware that only lasts a year or two (not to mention the health hazard issues) ...

With your new Enameled Cast Iron Cookware, you can literally set the clock back to a time when traditional cooking didn't include potential health concerns from scratching or over-heating toxic non-stick coatings, or leaching dangerous metals into your food and environment.

This cookware is so stylish, fun and simple to use that you will soon find yourself enjoying many more home cooked meals -- and that means you'll save money ... and I believe you'll be healthier, too!

Order Your Enameled Cast Iron Cookware Now

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Footnotes

1. http://www.fluoridealert.org/pesticides/effect.pfos.classaction.htm
2. http://consumer-law.lawyers.com/DuPonts-Charged-With-Hiding-Teflon-Health-Hazards.html
3. http://www.fluoridealert.org/pesticides/effect.pfos.classaction.htm
4. http://environmentalchemistry.com/yogi/environmental/200603tefloncoverup.html , http://www.ewg.org/news/story.php?id=5066
5. http://www.ewg.org/reports/pfcworld/part7.php
6. http://www.ewg.org/reports/toxicteflon/es.php
7. http://www.ewg.org/reports/toxicteflon/es.php
8. Clayton, JW. 1967. Fluorocarbon toxicity and biological activity. Fluorine Chemistry Reviews 1(2): 197-252.
9. http://vvv.com/healthnews/Alzheimer's.htm