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Microwaves produce dangerous radiation in food

Non-ionizing radiation is safe; properly sealed ovens safe

✗ The myth everyone repeats

Microwaves produce dangerous radiation that makes food unsafe.

✓ What is actually true

Microwaves use non-ionizing radiation like radio waves. Doesn't make food radioactive. Properly sealed ovens don't leak radiation. Microwave cooking is safe.

Believed 1945โ€“2010
Year Revised 1990
Why Changed Discovery
Confidence Fully Debunked
Region Worldwide

Reception

7/10
7/10
The receipts 2 sources
  1. Microwave Safety RadiationPRIMARY
  2. FDA Microwave StandardsREFERENCE

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