While many people are accustomed to toasting bread slices and eating them for breakfast to supply the body with carbohydrates, feeling confident that this method is healthy and harmless, health experts have warned of a 'major' risk posed by the toaster. A study previously published by the University of Texas in the American city of Houston revealed that toasters, candles, and other items that emit smoke expose people to pollution levels exceeding those recorded at road intersections. Researcher Marina Vance states that the most dangerous aspect of the toaster is that it triggers rapid reactions and releases toxic particles into the air upon activation. The study also indicates that toasting a bread slice to the point of charring is harmful to health; therefore, health-conscious individuals should opt for simply heating the toast. The dangers are not limited to these devices, as the study also alerts to other polluting particles emitted by cleaning machines and spray products, as reported by New York Post. Previous medical studies had warned of a potential link between the consumption of toast and the risk of cancer, due to the chemical reactions that occur in food during burning.
