15 Foods You Should Never Put Into The Microwave

May 15, 2018

Today, reheating food via microwave is extremely popular. It is clear that there are some risks when using several types of containers.

But did you know that reheating some types of food can pose health risks to your body?
 

Most individuals don’t know that rice that has been left an hour after cooking or in the fridge can have digestive ordeals. Uncooked rice contains bacteria that can cause food poisoning. Once cooked, the bacteria spores may survive. When the temperature lowers, the spores multiply. This is equivalent to food poisoning. When you reheat it, the bacteria can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach aches.
 

Before you reheat potatoes, you have to contemplate the adverse effect that it can have on your health. Scientists say that potatoes can be a breeding zone for botulism. This is a dangerous bacterium that can have negative effects on the consumer. They become active after you refrigerate them once cooked. Microwave heat isn’t enough to kill the botulinum.
 

Microwaving eggs changes their protein structure and can be toxic to your body. You will experience some stomach problems which can increase in pain. According to the Food and Drug Administration, eggs must attain a temperature heat of 165 degrees before they are ingested. Typically, this cannot be attained in a microwave. Additionally, microwaving uncooked eggs can pose some dangers since they can explode and cause a burn.
 

Just like eggs, microwaving a refrigerated chicken changes the composition of the protein layer. Once this happens, the chicken becomes toxic. If you eat it after microwaving, expect digestive disorders such as vomiting, an upset stomach, and diarrhea. A refrigerated chicken needs high temperatures to maintain its protein structure.

Chicken contains an infectious bacteria called Salmonella which is reduced with elevated temperature. Once it gets cold, it multiplies and the microwave heat is incapable of eliminating it.
 

Milk contains many vitamins, minerals and bioactive compounds that have a beneficial impact on the human body. This is nutritious for a baby, especially breast milk. Microwaving breast milk may alter the composition of the nutrients and reduce the nutritional benefits of the milk.
 

Freezing is an ultimate way of storing meat since it prevents plorification of the internal bacteria. Moreover, cooking uses high temperatures which makes the inner and outer parts of the meat be even. Microwaving may be insufficient to prevent the bacteria forming in the meat.
 

Microwaving veggies alters their use and necessity. In the case of peppers, you may alter the chemical used to manufacture it. Thus, it loses its significance and may pose threats to your health.
 

It’s obviously a bad idea to microwave fruit like grapes. They are watery and can ignite once they are microwaved.
 

The proteins in mushrooms break down quickly and this can be unhealthy for our digestion system. Mushrooms are mostly considered safe to eat in the first 24 hours of preparation.
 

When microwaved, hazardous chemicals from your plastic containers can find their way into your food which in turn can be a serious threat to your health. This is the case even for microwave-safe containers since they get scratched and worn out with time.
 

Since they are full of minerals, they are prone to catch fire in the microwave. Try to reheat them in your oven or on the stove.
 

Although it is not dangerous to microwave broccoli, it definitely drains out all the healthy nutrients, which can be avoided by steaming them instead.
 

Tomato-based pasta sauces tend to explode in the microwave due to their thickness, which doesn’t allow heat to evenly reach all parts of your food. Instead of the microwave, try reheating your pasta in the pan with one spoon of olive oil.
 

Heating water in the microwave can cause the water to become unstable and flow out of its container or burn you.
 

Spinach, beets, and celery are 3 examples to this category of vegetables. Microwaving these vegetables can cause them to become cancerogenic. Try to boil or cook them in other ways instead.

Let us know if you know more food that shouldn’t be microwaved. Let your friends and family know about this article, so thanks to you, they can stay safe and informed as well!

Our content is created to the best of our knowledge, yet it is of general nature and cannot in any way substitute an individual consultation with your doctor. Your health is important to us!