I never thought twice about using the microwave… until earlier this year. A friend mentioned that fast, high-heat cooking can reduce the nutrients in your food, and it was the first time I actually paused and paid attention. So I started reheating my meals with steam instead — and honestly, it feels different. Gentler. Cleaner. Closer to how the food was meant to be enjoyed. Just to be clear: microwaves don’t destroy everything, but they can reduce some heat-sensitive nutrien