Q: I would like to replace the natural gas cooktop on the island in our kitchen in my west Goleta townhome with a new electric induction cooktop. My concern is the toxic gases that are emitted from ...

Gas ranges have been the gold standard in cooking for decades. People love how responsive they are, that you can use them with different kinds of cookware, and, of course, the look of the real flame.

Before making the switch from a gas to an induction stovetop, consider the pros and cons of each, including price, usage, and health and environmental impacts.