Many of you may already know of this possibility. I learned of it only a few years ago, so I am supposing someone may stumbled across this that has not heard of it before....
Excessive lead consumption can cause major damage to the kidneys, brain, blood, and nervous system. Children that are exposed to too much lead can have their development severely impaired.
Using hot tap water in baking and cooking could lead to higher levels of lead consumption. Hot water dissolves contaminants in the pipes much quicker than cold water. So use the cold water to fill your tea pot and saucepan.
Also, it is a good idea to let the water run for a minute or two first thing in the morning. Water that has been sitting in the pipes for 6 hours or more, may contain higher levels of lead.
If this is of concern to you, you may want to have your water tested. Do-it-yourself kits are available at many hardware stores.
If you would like to know more, here are a few articles to read:
Hot Water Hazards?
Actions You Can Take To Reduce Lead in Drinking Water
Never Drink Hot Water From the Tap
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