Zinc Poisoning

There was some discussion earlier that the Zamak material (mostly zinc) that La Peppina is made of could leach into the espresso and result in toxicity. I personally dislike Zamak and was somewhat concerned.

This isn't a scientific comment, but a rough data point: After using La Peppina for more than 8 months on a frequent basis (5-10 X per week), my blood levels of zinc fall squarely in the "normal" range.

I don't know what they were before, however. Maybe they were low and I'm getting a supplement. I'll test again in a year and see if there is any change. In the meantime, for me, at least, I am not getting zinc poisoning or even close to it with frequent use.

I don't know how about this zamac really. I was to post the photo of mine but yet didn't - sorry - will get to this shortly. For I think on mine the zamac is not exposed to water directly.