Does microwaving leave dangerous compounds in foods?
No, in spite of Internet sites that claim otherwise. Microwaving is simply heating and is as safe as conventional cooking. It doesn’t do anything to food molecules that a regular stove doesn’t do. It does not alter DNA or create free radicals. One of the strongest rumors is that you must not eat microwave foods while undergoing radiation therapy. This is not true. Is it okay to warm a baby bottle in the microwave? Yes, but when microwaving any food or liquid for a child, be certain it isn’t hot enough to burn. Stir or shake it to eliminate hot spots. Test it in advance. The bottle might be cool, but the formula could still be too hot to drink. If you have a pacemaker, should you avoid microwaves? No. Older microwaves that leaked may have interfered with pacemakers, and you used to see hazard warning about this. The current models have minimal leakage. Furthermore, pacemakers now have a shield against electromagnetic waves. There is no reason to worry. Does micowaving destroy nutrients?
