Risky or Not?

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912. Only Rinsing a Plastic Microwave Food Cover

April 08, 2026 by Don Schaffner

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of using a plastic microwave food cover that you only rinse and do not wash.

Dr. Don - not risky πŸ‘πŸΌ
Professor Ben - not risky πŸ‘πŸΌ

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April 08, 2026 /Don Schaffner
Microwave, Cross-contamination, Washing

DALLΒ·E - Porridge containing lots of Frozen Berries in an open Microwave oven

495. Frozen Berries in Microwaved Porridge

August 09, 2023 by Don Schaffner

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of making porridge with frozen berries in the microwave.

Dr. Don - not risky πŸ‘πŸΌ
Professor Ben - not risky πŸ‘πŸΌ

  • 122. Frozen Berry Smoothies β€” Risky or Not?
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August 09, 2023 /Don Schaffner
Berries, Viruses, Microwave, Porridge

302. Reheating Food in a Microwave

May 16, 2022 by Don Schaffner

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from reheating food in a microwave.

Dr. Don - not risky πŸ‘πŸΌ
Professor Ben - not risky πŸ‘πŸΌ

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May 16, 2022 /Don Schaffner
Heating, Leftovers, Microwave

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