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19 Things You Should Never Microwave

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Chili Peppers

Heating chili peppers in the microwave can cause the capsaicin contained in them to vaporize. Once that compound is dispersed in the air, it can seriously burn your eyes and throat, and microwaves will only help it circulate that much easier.