Children's thermos selection is very particular. As early as the end of 2019, CCTV exposed a batch of unqualified children's thermos cups, mainly because the heavy metal content in exceeds the standard , and these thermos cups will seriously affect the health of children.
So how should we parents choose a healthy thermos for their children?
1. The harm of inferior thermos cups
First of all, let’s talk about why inferior children’s thermos cups are very harmful. The heavy metals in the
cup exceed the standard, mainly because its material contains a large amount of heavy metals such as nickel, chromium, manganese, etc.
If our children drink water in it for a long time, it may cause chronic poisoning of , affecting development, and in severe cases, it may even cause serious damage to the organs, especially the liver, which may be more life-threatening .
Since the inferior thermos cup is so harmful, how should we choose a healthy and safe children's thermos cup?
2. How to choose a children's thermos
If you want to choose a healthy children's thermos, there are several methods for reference:
Look at
First open the lid to see the material inside the cup. If the inner wall is matte, the polishing surface is even, and there are no scratches, and there are words 316 or 304 on the bottom.
2 Soak
The second method is to soak the cup in salt water.
We compare the salt and water in a ratio of 1 to 99, mix it into some salt water, pour it into the thermos cup and cover it.
After about 24 hours, pour the salt water in the cup. At this time, we can observe the bottom and wall of the thermos cup. If there are rust spots, it is likely that the heavy metal will exceed the standard.
The third method is also to use soaking, but instead use tea leaves, which is also a very good method provided by CCTV.
We pour strong tea water into the thermos cup, let it sit for 72 hours, then open and observe the bottom and inner wall of the cup. If the color changes and corrosion, then the heavy metal exceeds the standard.
3 Touch
The fourth method is to touch it with your hands. If the touch feels bad, don’t choose.
4 Smell
If the thermos has a odor, don’t choose it.
5 Big brand
The last one is to choose a big brand, which is relatively safer.
has talked about so many ways to choose children's thermos, you may also ask, is there any recommendation?
3. Recommended children's thermos cup
I have only bought 2 brands of thermos cups in my house.
Lock Lock
Lock Lock has a big brand. In addition to thermos cups, I have also bought water cups and microwave bowls, which are all pretty good.
Overall, the big brands are of good quality and durable.
And its children's thermos, with cartoon patterns printed on it, is also super cute and children like it very much.
2 Disney
If you think Lock is a bit expensive, you can also choose Disney's thermos.
The thermos of its home are affordable and are also a famous brand, so please feel free to buy.
For example, this Disney Children's Cup is made of 304 material, less than 100 yuan, and the cup shape is also very cute.
or this Disney thermos, made of 316 material, and a double-cover straw. It can not only be used by yourself, but also given as a gift to children.
316 is a bit expensive, but the 316 is more resistant to high temperatures than the 304 material. We can see the specific differences in the pictures below
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I have used these two thermos cups myself for several years, but they have not been used yet. They are relatively durable and affordable.
Finally, I want to say that if you want to choose a thermos for your children, you should choose a healthy and suitable one, especially the one they like.
Do you have any good suggestions for children’s thermos selection? Welcome to leave a message in the comment area and let’s discuss it together.
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Author: Health Manager Yuan Crystal (a foodie) has been a pharmacist for 7 years in Shanghai Grade A Hospital. He is currently a senior health manager. He is good at writing health nutrition, parenting popular science articles, and nutrition guidance for fat loss camps
