Facts & Tips about Using a Microwave Oven

Facts and Tips about Using a Microwave Oven

One of the most widely asked question before using a microwave oven.

Is microwave food bad for your health? The answer is NO.

Below we will provide a few facts and tips about using a microwave oven in more detail:

  1. Microwave Ovens have a shorter cooking time and this stops some of the nutrient breakdown, especially vitamin C.
  2. Microwaving your food does not cause cancer. They use non-ionizing radiation, low-energy radiation that does not have the same action as x-Rays.
  3. Microwaves do not produce acrylamide in foods!
  4. Always heat your food in glass containers or on a regular ceramic plate or bowl. If you must use plastic make sure it is labeled as microwave safe and BPA free.
  5. Make sure you microwave foods covered so that they are piping hot to help kill bacteria.

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