Microwave cooking: Does it destroy nutrients in vegetables?
Microwave cooking: Does it destroy nutrients in vegetables?QuestionMy mother told me that I shouldn't cook vegetables in the microwave because it destroys all the nutrients. Is this true? AnswerAll cooking methods reduce nutrient levels in vegetables to some degree. Many vitamins are sensitive to heat exposure. Also, water used for cooking can dissolve and wash away even more of those vitamins. Microwave cooking is a good way to preserve nutrients in vegetables because it requires only a minimal amount of water and cooking times are very short. Key tips for preserving nutrients in the microwave include:
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