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The Dangers of Microwave-Heated Foods - Don't Cook Your Food this Way!

  The Dangers of Microwave-Heated Foods - Don't Cook Your Food This Way! Microwave-heated foods might be quick, but they’re terrible for your health! Before you microwave your next meal, consider the following information about what happens when you cook food in this way. What are Microwaves? Microwaves are radio waves with a frequency of 2.45 GHz. They are generated by electron tubes and cause molecules in the food being heated to rotate rapidly, thus producing heat. The microwaves penetrate the food, cooking it from the inside out, which is why they cook more quickly than conventional ovens. How Do They Work? Microwaves are a quick and easy way to heat food. As microwaves cook from the inside out, they can be a healthy option for busy people who don’t have time to prepare a meal. Unfortunately, that convenience comes with some downsides. The most pressing issue is microwaved' effect on the food we eat. When an object is heated in a microwave oven, it changes at a molecular le...