"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 |