Never use aluminum foil with these types of foods – experts warn this household staple could leach toxins into your meal

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With its ability to prevent food from burning, keep meat tender and conduct heat, aluminum foil is a common kitchen staple with many uses, but you should never use it with certain foods as it can leach toxins into it.

After speaking to a toxicologist and delving into the research, it turns out that certain types of foods – including those that are acidic and heavily salted – can cause this malleable piece of metal to break down and leach toxins into your meal.