15 Things You Should Never Put In The Microwave

Cooking fires are the leading cause of reported house fires. According to a recent report from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), between 2014 and 2018, firefighters responded to an annual average of 172,900 home structure fires started by cooking activities. The NFPA says these fires caused an annual average of the following deaths, injuries, and damages:

550 civilian deaths4,820 reported civilian fire injuriesMore than $1 billion in direct property damage per year

For the preservation of your microwave and more importantly the health of your family, here are 15 things (in addition to metal that can’t go in the microwave) that should never be placed in the microwave. Many plastic containers contain bisphenol A or BPA, a chemical that has been linked to numerous health issues from cancer to diabetes. Heating the plastic releases the BPA into the food. Take the time to check that any plastic storage container is labeled as microwave-safe before hitting those buttons.