Comments on: Understanding Ceramic Cookware (Pros, Cons, & How to Cook With It)

By: Katie Wells

Katie Wells — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 13:53:06 +0000

In reply to Carisa.

I talk about it here: https://wellnessmama.com/natural-home/non-toxic-cookware/

By: Carisa

Carisa — Sat, 12 Feb 2022 20:52:19 +0000

Avid reader here… I’ve always wondered why you don’t ever mention Le Creuset or Staub as an option? I replaced everything years ago and use only Le Creuset and am very happy with them. My son, who. just turned 17, asked for a Le Creuset pot for Christmas so that he’d have one when he moved out. They can be handed down over generations, they are so tough. Love them.

By: Robin

Robin — Sat, 12 Feb 2022 16:10:35 +0000

I bought a stock pot and a skillet around Christmas time for myself! I do like it, but it does take forever to cook certain things. Definitely a learning curve. I was hoping to use these for everything but now we just use them for certain things. Eggs and pancakes we use our cast iron skillet for, because eggs are impossible with these pans, and pancakes take forever and there’s not enough room to cook more than one at a time.

I’m happy with that compromise.

It does make fantastic rice, soups, and is great for quesadillas, grilled cheese, and saucy meals (Alfredo, chicken tikka masala, etc.)

Overall not a complete waste of money, but I do not think they are worth they hype they’re receiving from internet influencers. In fact, I may write a blog post about my experiences.

By: Peggy

Peggy — Sun, 17 Nov 2019 14:07:31 +0000

About 15 years ago, I purchased a set of Xtrema cookware through Dr Mercola’s website. I checked with the company and it is the same product. I had sent an email and received a prompt reply. Didn’t seem like poor customer service to me! Their website has information on how to cook on their pans. Please check that out before saying the cookware doesn’t work. There is definitely a learning curve. You need to PREHEAT the fry pans for up to 5 minutes before adding oil or food. And turn off the heat before food is done. That works well on my gas stove. Electric might take longer. I’m happy with it. And I also love their coffee/tea mugs. Even stuck on food comes off easily with a little soaking and minimal scrubbing. And I agree with Katie that it is beautiful, in spite of a few chips. And so much lighter than cast iron for someone with arthritic wrists. Thanks for your insightful information, Katie!

By: Katie Wells

Katie Wells — Mon, 30 Sep 2019 16:07:59 +0000

In reply to Risa. What points are you referring to?

By: Risa

Risa — Mon, 30 Sep 2019 13:14:54 +0000

Hi this is Risa from Ontario. Thanks for sharing great information with us. I really like liked reading it. Sorry to say but i am confused because i read something different on a website. The information you have provided and what i have read before about ceramic cookware is contradicting on few points. What should i do now? any suggestion ? Thanks

By: Jann

Jann — Thu, 23 May 2019 10:05:09 +0000

Can anyone recommend ceramic cookware available in the UK? Is GreenPan a safe option? I’d prefer non-stick, but if there’s an equivalent to Xtrema in the Europe I’d be interested in suggestions. Many Thanks!

By: Katie - Wellness Mama

Katie - Wellness Mama — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 16:14:29 +0000

In reply to Edward Lake. Thanks for the feedback, I'll see what I can do. Trying to find a truly healthy set up pans that also cook well is tough... I might just have to design some myself! ;)

By: Edward Lake

Edward Lake — Sun, 12 Aug 2018 22:43:12 +0000

In reply to Katie - Wellness Mama. I am very disappointed in the pan. It cooks very unevenly- eggs, pancakes, and even stirfry are all a disaster. I regret purchasing this pan. I have been following Wellness Mama for many years and have always been happy with all the products that you recommend, but I am disappointed at your endorsement of such a terrible product. Reading my comment and the comments of your other here, would you be willing to reach to the company on our behalf for a refund.

By: Katie - Wellness Mama

Katie - Wellness Mama — Fri, 22 Jun 2018 15:57:25 +0000

In reply to Sue Vail. I've explained this in another article about safe cookware but Xtrema tests their cookware and there is no lead or heavy metals in their cookware. I don't normally buy from China either, but they actually do lead the world in ceramics and as long as they are tested for lead and heavy metals, I feel comfortable buying ceramic from there. Editing the article to be more clear.

By: Holly

Holly — Mon, 11 Jun 2018 14:44:42 +0000

I received a few Le Creuset pieces for a wedding gift and adore them. Most of our cooking is done is them. The price point is high, but one or two good pieces is all you need and will last a lifetime.

On he topic of enameled cast iron, would enameled cast iron bath tubs make the best choice for a bathroom remodel as they may have similar non-leaching effects?

By: gudrun

gudrun — Mon, 11 Jun 2018 00:48:56 +0000

totally agree. I have my almost every day stainless pan with a heavy copper bottom; if some thing sticks it gets soaked over night just with a little water and easily cleans the next morning. Love my cast iron pans, but the larger ones are so darn heavy. The small ones are fine and egg will not stick, though for eggs I tend to use a stoneware coated one. Eggs need butter anyway for better vitamin absorption 🙂

By: Nanci

Nanci — Sun, 10 Jun 2018 19:00:45 +0000

I use an Ozeri pan made in Germany. It is a type of stonewear. It is great. Nothing sticks – easy clean up.
It is oven proof to over 400 degrees. It says you can wash it in the dishwasher, but I hand wash it.

By: Yvonne

Yvonne — Sun, 10 Jun 2018 16:18:10 +0000

After reading feedback I’ll pass on the Extrema….horrible customer service is enough to make me not buy something. Wellness Mama, what say you about the complaints considering you’re promoting them? You mentioned you’d contact them about one commenters complaints…did you and if so results?

I’ve purchased from Miriam’s and love them…learning curve of course but worth it.

By: Christopher Condon

Christopher Condon — Sun, 10 Jun 2018 12:45:39 +0000

I do a lot of steaming. It simplifies matters and there is almost no cleanup. For steaming, I use stainless steel. For cooking things like oatmeal, I use Visions glassware. Absolutely no environmental problems and easy to clean up. I recently purchased something called a Greenpan. I have yet to make a final decision on this one.

By: Chipay

Chipay — Sun, 10 Jun 2018 12:20:37 +0000

I have an induction cooktop. Is there a gadget one can use to be able to use Ceramcor too?

By: Stephanie

Stephanie — Sun, 10 Jun 2018 10:28:27 +0000

Is ceramic cookware non-stick?

By: Roxy

Roxy — Thu, 07 Jun 2018 19:53:31 +0000

In reply to john s marquez.

I had a horrible customer service experience as well. They don’t send any order acknowledgement emails like every other company in the world so I didn’t know how to contact them. No one answers the phone number on the website and my browser won’t let me click on the email address on the website since the website is not secure!

I left a comment on Instagram which was immediately deleted instead of trying to help me.
When I finally had to file a paypal dispute, I immediately received an email scolding me for filing a dispute!

Horrible experience!

By: Elizabeth t Crowe

Elizabeth t Crowe — Thu, 07 Jun 2018 18:15:57 +0000

I use cast iron and ceramic and like them both. Cast iron, when seasoned correctly, will not stick.

By: Katie - Wellness Mama

Katie - Wellness Mama — Thu, 07 Jun 2018 05:22:21 +0000

In reply to Jessica. Yes it is, and while you need to be careful with many items made in Chine, ceramics are one product they they have been making for centuries and do an excellent job of...