But at very high temperatures — when a nonstick pan is exposed to temperatures above 500 degrees Fahrenheit — the coating can start to degrade and burn off potentially harmful fumes.

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 ...

Not only is nonstick spray harmful for your pan's nonstick properties, it can also impact your food. "Cooking sprays typically have a low smoke point that can lead to bitter flavor," Griggs says.

From polymer fume fever to Teflon flu, the illness has many names, but the symptoms are the same: fever, muscle aches, headaches and shortness of breath.. According to a new report from the ...

All of that will turn your nonstick pan into a very sticky one; using a cooking spray can even void the warranty of certain brands. Luckily there is an easy solution: Use butter instead.