Is it possible to boil a kettle twice: remember how to do it correctly and safely

07.01.2024 21:14

Many people use water that has been boiled more than once to make coffee or tea, and this is a big mistake.

This can cause serious harm to health, experts warn.

How to Boil Water Properly

Boiling allows you to destroy harmful microorganisms, but provokes the formation of scale and an increase in the concentration of salts and various impurities.

In addition, due to the chlorine contained in the water, carcinogens are formed during the boiling process.

To reduce the harmful effects of boiling water, it must first be allowed to settle.

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Under no circumstances should you re-boil water or add a new portion to boiled water.

Before filling the kettle with water, you need to drain all the remaining water.

Previously, we talked about five foods that should not be heated in a microwave oven.

Author: Timur Khomichev Internet resource editor