Nuke away! Microwaving vegetables isn’t any worse for your veggies than other types of cooking. And, in some cases, it may be better.
Some natural-food enthusiasts have argued that microwaves “kill” food, breaking down its natural antioxidants. Antioxidants are substances that theoretically protect against cell-damaging free radicals in the body, and they abound in fresh fruits, vegetables , grains and nuts, according to the American Dietetic Association.
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