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Whether you are going to office, school or on a trip, it is common to pack food from home. Generally glass, steel and plastic containers or tiffins are used in homes to pack food. But from health point of view, most of the people are now preferring glass and steel tiffins. By keeping hot food in plastic or by heating it, harmful chemicals (like BPA and phthalates) melt and dissolve in the food, which is not considered good for health. In such a situation, most of the people are now using steel or glass containers. Both of these are safe to use.
But still now a debate has started regarding glass and steel containers as to which one is better? Because food kept in the wrong container can not only spoil quickly, but it can also cause harm to health. In such a situation, let us know in this article which tiffin or container made of glass or steel is better for packing food.
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Why should food be packed in glass containers?
Glass container is considered the safest because it does not have any chemical reaction with the food. The food kept in it remains fresh for a long time and there is no smell of any kind. The most important thing is that it can be easily used in the microwave. However, it also has some disadvantages. Like it should be used very carefully, because it breaks if it falls. Is heavy in weight. Might be a little unsafe for children’s tiffin.
Why keep food in steel containers?
Steel utensils and containers have been used in India for a long time. The biggest reason for this is that they are strong and durable. Does not break if dropped and is also light to carry. Food also remains hot in these. But it also has some disadvantages. Like every type of steel container is not the same. In such a situation, keeping too sour or salty food for a long time can change the taste. Cannot be used in microwave. Low quality steel can be harmful to health.
What’s better for office and outings?
If you have to carry food to office or school every day, then steel container is considered better because it is light and strong. At the same time, glass container is the best option for storing food at home or keeping it in the refrigerator.
Which container is best according to health?
Talking about health, glass is considered the safest because it does not release any kind of chemical. But steel is more practical for daily use and travel. At the same time, if there is a facility to heat food in your office, then glass container is a better option. That is, overall, glass is better in terms of health and steel in terms of convenience. You can choose anyone as per your need.
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