Birdwatch Note Rating
2025-03-23 17:07:04 UTC - HELPFUL
Rated by Participant: 05953040321650DF90A948DCD3D7DB087E1BB62FE2EDE1EFBA1B735C54A7E285
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Original Note:
The claim that microwave ovens inherently cause carcinogenic toxins to leach into food is not accurate. By using appropriate microwave-safe containers and following manufacturer guidelines, microwave cooking is safe: https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/plastic-tac-toe/ https://www.fda.gov/radiation-emitting-products/resources-you-radiation-emitting-products/microwave-ovens Microwave ovens use non-ionizing radiation to heat food: https://www.epa.gov/radtown/non-ionizing-radiation-used-microwave-ovens
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