Non‑stick pans release polymer particles that damage intestinal lining.
Repeated use of non‑stick tawa causes the coating to flake into the stomach, making the intestinal surface hydrophobic. - This impairs water and nutrient absorption, leading to deficiencies such as selenium, zinc, and copper. - The cumulative effect contributes to hair loss and other systemic issues.
Valli warns that modern cookware and food processing introduce polymer particles and metals that damage the gut lining and strip essential micronutrients.