Today’s nonstick and Teflon cookware is considered safe for everyday home cooking, as long as temperatures do not exceed 500°F (260°C). At high temperatures, Teflon coatings may begin to break down, ...

If you're using older nonstick cookware or cooking improperly with it, there is some evidence that certain health risks may be present. Here's what you need to know about the 'Teflon flu'. David ...