The truth behind Microwaved Foods (Sep 2006)

Did you know that it is more important to pay attention to the plastic that one uses to cover their food in the microwave instead of the microwave setting? Look for plastic wrap that specifically says “microwave safe”, then do not let the plastic wrap touch the food during microwaving, advises the US Department of Agriculture’s “Food Safety Facts”. Microwave-safe plastic wraps, wax paper, cooking bags, parchment paper and white microwave-safe paper towels should all be safe to use. It is also important to know that plastic storage containers such as margarine tubs, take-out containers, whipped-topping bowls and other one time use containers should not be used in microwaves ovens. Finally remember that one should never use thin plastic storage bags, brown paper or plastic grocery bags, newspaper or aluminum foil in the microwave oven.