Poison from the Pot: 5 Vegetables You Should Never Reheat

18.02.2024 02:20

Most people are accustomed to the fact that reusing food scraps is a great way to reduce waste and save resources.

However, there are certain foods that can become a real health hazard if reheated. So here are a few vegetables that should never be reheated.

Potato

Potatoes contain high levels of starch, which when reheated turns into toxic compounds.

This can lead to the accumulation of solanine, which in turn causes poisoning. Therefore, if you have boiled or fried potatoes left, it is better not to risk it and throw it away.

Spinach

Spinach is rich in oxalic acid, which can convert to oxalates when reheated.

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These compounds can cause kidney and bladder stones, so if you have leftover spinach, it's best not to reheat it.

Mushrooms

Mushrooms are another vegetable that should not be reheated due to the risk of bacterial contamination and food poisoning.

Reheating mushrooms can be very dangerous to health, so it is best to avoid this.

Celery

Celery contains nitrates, which can convert to nitrosamines when reheated.

These compounds are associated with cancer risk, so if you have any cooked celery left over, it's best to throw it away rather than risk your health.

Onion

Onions are high in sugar and can turn into toxic compounds when reheated.

In addition, reheating onions can cause dyspeptic disorders and gastrointestinal irritation.

Earlier we talked about how to keep your refrigerator tidy .

Igor Zur Author: Igor Zur Internet resource editor


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  1. Potato
  2. Spinach
  3. Mushrooms
  4. Celery
  5. Onion