Doctor: Microwave ovens can be harmful if you make these 2 mistakes when using them

Microwave ovens are very popular, but consumers still wonder about their safety and impact on health and nutrition.

Since 1971, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has closely monitored the production of microwave ovens, ensuring manufacturers adhere to strict safety standards to protect public health, said Dr. Patricia Varacallo, a US expert on holistic health care and health status management.

The study, published in 2022 in the scientific journal Trends in Food Science and Technology , asserted that "microwaves are a viable and healthy alternative for reheating food."

Microwaves are a viable and healthy alternative to reheating food.

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Are microwaves harmful?

Rest assured, microwaves are designed with many safety features to prevent leaks, says Dr. Patricia. The FDA guarantees that as long as the microwave is properly maintained and operated according to the manufacturer's instructions, it will not emit any harmful radiation.

The second concern is that microwaving can destroy nutrients. On the contrary, experts say that microwaving can actually retain more vitamins and minerals. This is largely because microwaves can quickly cook food without adding water, which can destroy nutrients during traditional cooking.

Harvard Health (USA) emphasizes that research shows that microwaving is especially effective in preserving the vitamin C content of vegetables - often more effective than boiling.

2 mistakes while using microwave can be harmful

There are two real problems that can cause harm when using a microwave, a broken door and using plastic.

Damaged door. The oven is still at risk of leaking radiation if there are signs of damage, such as a problem with the door hinges, a broken latch or door seal, or a door that won't open or close properly, according to health news site The Healthy.

In these cases, contact a repair person. Never use the microwave oven if the door is damaged, does not close properly, or appears warped. Stop using the microwave oven immediately if the microwave oven is operated with the door open.

Stop using the microwave immediately if the microwave is operating with the door open.

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In addition, to ensure safety, experts recommend not to stand directly against the microwave, especially while the oven is operating.

Use plastic containers to heat food. This can form harmful compounds. Research has shown that heating food in plastic containers in the microwave can release toxic chemicals such as bisphenol-A (BPA) and phthalates. These are of concern because they can disrupt hormones and cause problems such as heart disease, diabetes, and reproductive and developmental problems. To minimize this risk, use containers labeled “microwave safe.”

Therefore, it is best to follow the advice of Dr. Joseph Stephen Alpert, Professor of Medicine at the Sarver Cardiovascular Center and Dr. Qin M Chen, Professor in the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, both working at the University of Arizona (USA), published in the American Journal of Medicine: Switch to using glass or ceramic utensils to heat food in the microwave, according to The Healthy.

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