The Way You Prepare Your Food Dramatically Effects Your Health
Grilling, frying, and deep-frying are all popular methods of preparing meat and fish.However, during these types of cooking methods, several potentially toxic compounds are formed. These include:
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- polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons
- advanced glycation end products
- heterocyclic amines
All of these compounds have been linked to several health conditions, including cancer and heart disease.
Healthier cooking methods include:
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- baking
- broiling
- poaching
- pressure cooking
- simmering
- slow cooking
- stewing
- sous-vide
These methods don’t promote the formation of these harmful compounds and may make your food healthier.