It’s been a hectic day, you’re starved, and as you stand in front of the microwave doing the happy dance while counting down the seconds, a thought hits you while awaiting your warm, healthy dish of sautéed green beans and chicken:
Does microwaving food deplete some of the nutrients?
And now you’re a bit worried. Yes, you’re happy with having the convenience of a microwave. But wanting convenience isn’t synonymous with being totally nonchalant about one’s health– which is precisely why some folks do get a bit worried that popping a dish in the microwave may also mean that you’ll end up zapping away some of its healthy goodness.
So, does using a microwave mean that you’ll end up with food that’s less nutritious?
Well, the answer to that question isn’t so black and white, yes or no. And to get a better understanding of how microwaves work and what effects microwaves have on different types of food and their overall nutrient content, check out my video below.
How often do you use a microwave and what foods do you prefer, or not prefer, to microwave? Let me know your thoughts on microwaving food in the comments! – Doc