Heating food with your microwave is so convenient, but there are bad sides of the easy result, especially when it comes to certain things. If you don’t want to destroy the item, or worse, cause explosions, you should never put these things in your microwave! Read on to find out.
If you simply warm up frozen fruits with the microwave but not using the defrost function, it may create carcinogens that cause bad effects to your immune system. It’s best to let them warm up naturally under room temperature.
It’s not harmful to heat the margarine itself but to put it in with the original container. Always remember to remove it into bowls or jars before heating.
The same situation goes to ice cream. When some people want it to defrost immediately for certain uses, they may put the container in the microwave. It will make the delicious snack into something toxic, so it’s best to let it sit for a few minutes before eating.
Metalized or imprinted pizza boxes are not made for microwave heating. It’s okay to put non-metallic (with paper bottom) ones for reheating in the microwave and oven.
Never forget to put open packages in the microwave instead of closed ones, not even with those that are safe for microwave heating. No matter how safe the material is for microwaving, it can cause explosions if it’s sealed.
Do not heat the baby bottle with nozzles in your microwave because it can cause an explosion and quite a mess in the kitchen. It’s better to use hot water or specialized equipment made for this. You don’t want to risk anything for your babies.
It’s dangerous to use a large amount of oil to fry things in the microwave. You may not believe how high the temperature can be, but it can cause an explosion. It’s okay for a small portion for seasoning.
Broccoli is such a healthy superfood with tons of good effects. But it loses about 11% of nutrients when cooked on the stove, and 97% when heated in the microwave. So don’t waste the good things in it with microwaves!
Although most people know plastic containers cannot go in the microwave, many still do. Microwave heating can create many harmful chemicals out of the plastic, which will pass into the food they contain. Don’t risk your health for tiny convenience.
Don’t heat bread in the microwave for a long time since it’s very dry, which will catch fire after a long time. You can also put a glass of water inside, just in case.
Heating by the microwave can not only make green leaves wilted, but also make them harmful to the body. It turns beneficial nitrates into nitrosamines or carcinogens. It’s best to cook them properly on the stove.
Metals are not good matches for microwaves. Thermos is made of stainless steel, so it’s not a good idea to put it in. If you want to heat what the thermos contains, you should put it into a safe container first.
Well, you must have known this already, but it’s always good to remind you: aluminum and microwave are not a good combo. If you put that in, you will start a fire! Watch out!
You should never heat milk with its box in the microwave because it has aluminum in the packaging, and we just reminded you how dangerous that is. It can also cause harmful effects on your body.
Always keep hotdogs away from your microwave! It’s dangerous because sausages have thin skin, which can cause damage to your kitchen after heating with the microwave. It’s best to poke some holes before putting them in.
Some people decide to put rubber in the microwave for artistic projects or not realizing certain items have rubber on it, like food jars. This can cause a lot of mess and even accidents since it will melt quickly in the microwave and release toxic components.
Basically, acrylic is plastic. Plastic can’t go to the microwave, so nor can acrylic. It will not only cause carcinogenic substances but also make the item crack or covered with carbon.
Sometimes, you just want to stay lazy and go for the easy way, but it’s not always worth it. Putting disposable packaging in the microwave to reheat your take-outs will contaminate food with styrofoam residues, not to mention it can also start a fire when melted.
Putting potatoes in the microwave is as dangerous as putting any other types of peeled vegetables. It’s risky and can cause explosions. Remember to pierce the skin before putting in for heating.
Not just chili, but anything with sauces you put in the microwave without a lid will be hard to clean up afterward. Chili can also explode if it’s overheated.
