24/06/2026
WHY DOES THE METHOD OF COOKING MATTER IN NUTRITION
It's not just what you eat that matters—how you cook it matters too!
Cooking
✅ Preserves important vitamins and minerals
✅ Improves digestion and nutrient absorption
✅ Makes food safer by killing harmful germs
✅ Reduces excess fat and calories when healthy methods are used
✅ Enhances taste, texture, and appearance
✅ Reduces anti-nutrients that can interfere with nutrient absorption
Healthy cooking methods include: Steaming, boiling, grilling, baking, and stir-frying with minimal oil.
⚠️ Overcooking, deep-frying, or cooking with excessive water can lead to nutrient loss and increase unhealthy fats.
Remember: A nutritious meal can lose some of its benefits if prepared using the wrong cooking method. Choose cooking techniques that help retain nutrients and support better health.