Here are some ways to rid your life and home of nickel that are working for me:
When shopping for silverware in store, many sets list if it contains added nickel 18/10, for example, however, I have only found sets of 18/0 online, so research options online first or buy online.
I use pot handle holders so I don't have to touch the metal on pots, pans and sinks.
Ceramic knives, ceramic peelers and mandolins, are all impressively sharp and have done well with all cutting needs. I found a hard plastic cheese grater and it has been difficult to use with softer cheeses, so I'm still looking.
Use tape over the buttons on the inside of clothes to avoid rashes on skin. Also tape the metal parts of the make-up brushes to avoid purchasing new. Same goes for metal handles on the tools in the garage and favorite pens.
Bed, Bath and Beyond carries nail clippers by Revlon that are plastic where your hand touches. Most drug stores carry titanium tweezers. Titanium contains some nickel but less than stainless steel.
Gold often contains nickel and white gold is made white via nickel, so it contains even more nickel. Sterling silver could contain nickel as it is 92.5 if it is real silver. Less than Sterling silver would be more likely to contain nickel. Copper is the biggest offender.
Nylon and silicon or plastic utensils used in ceramic, cast iron, glass, stone or other non-metallic pots and pans protect your food from nickel leeching into it while cooking especially when cooking acids like oils or tomatoes.
If you have old doorknobs consider applying a layer of lacquer to ones you use most frequently.
Be aware of compounds in other items that contain nickel such as iron in vitamins and other places.
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