Dr. Sanjay Gupta

Silicone also seems safer in the oven and dishwasher because it can bear higher temperatures than most plastics.

Does it mean that silicone is perfect?

No.

there's a few things you should keep in mind.

First of all, silicone products are relatively new in the mainstream market, so there are fewer studies done on their safety in terms of long-term health benefits.

And if you are using silicone products, they usually have a maximum temperature listed that they can withstand.

Pay attention to that.

Don't exceed that temperature.

So, Melissa, something a lot of people are thinking about, talking about.

I appreciate you raising the question.

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