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35% Vitamin Loss: Microwave vs Stovetop Home Cooking Face-Off
Microwave cooking can shave minutes off prep but typically strips about 35% of vitamin C from vegetables, according to a 2026 Nutrition Journal study. The loss is most pronounced when you defrost, stir-fry, or reheat greens at high power. Home Cooking Matters: Why Your Greens Are Not Nourishing Key Takeaways