On Jul 16, 7:55 am, TC > wrote:
> On Jul 14, 11:59 pm, JD > wrote:
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> > I'm trying to determine which method of heating produces the least
> > loss of nutrients - with apples in particular. I've read articles
> > saying that microwaves destroy the most:
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> >http://www.healingdaily.com/microwave-ovens.htm
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> > ...and others that claim microwaves do not cause any damage of
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> >http://www.nytimes.com/2006/10/17/he...=1318737600&en...
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> > Looking for some consensus here!!
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> > Thanks.
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> > <JD>
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> Use the traditional method. It is usually the best. And note that
> apples are not the most nutritious food out there to begin with,
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well, I guess it depends on what you're looking for nutrition-wise.
For example, it -is- one of the most nutritious fruits (if not -the-
most) if you're looking for pectin or quercetin...

and also, applesauce is probably a lot easier to eat than blueberry
sauce.

- jd