"Healthy cooking methods preserve the nutritional value of foods while producing fewer harmful compounds, so methods such as frying, high-temperature grilling, and prolonged boiling should be avoided. Instead, baking, grilling at moderate temperatures, and steaming should be preferred."

Healthy cooking method
Healthy cooking method | Health effect | What needs to be done |
Steaming | Preserves nutritional value | 2-3 servings per week |
Boiling | Does not produce harmful compounds | Boiling time should be monitored |
Baking | Does not increase energy content | Do not cook at temperatures above 180 C |
Grilling (at low temperature) | Reduces fat content | Meat should be cooked without burning |
Low-fat sauteing | Preserves nutritional value | The added oil should not burn |
Unhealthy cooking method
Unhealthy cooking method | Health effect | What needs to be done |
Frying | Oil burns and its structure deteriorates | Frying should be avoided |
Deep frying | May form toxic compounds | Baking or grilling should be preferred |
Grilling at high temperature | Carcinogenic compounds may form | Should not be exposed directly to fire |
Charred cooking on the barbecue | Charring produces toxins | Charred parts should not be consumed |
Prolonged boiling | Causes loss of nutritional value | Light boiling or steaming should be used |