Today’s Solutions: December 21, 2025

Although we don’t want to add one more thing on your to-do list this year, you might want to clean your microwave oven. Microwaves can easily become a mess during the Holidays, but with a little effort, you can quickly clean it without using any chemicals.

The first thing you’ll want to do is remove the glass tray of your microwave and put it on the top rack of your dishwasher if you have one, or wash it by hand using hot soapy water. Place it back in your microwave once it’s clean.

Secondly, fill a microwave-safe bowl or Pyrex measuring cup with water. If you have any lemon sitting around, throw a few wedges in for some extra freshness. Place in the center of your microwave.

Next, run your microwave on high for 3-5 minutes, or until you see steam start to form on the inside. Once the time is up, allow the steam to sit inside the microwave for about 15 minutes. This will help loosen up any caked-on grime and give the bowl time to cool down too.

Lastly, open your microwave. Carefully dampen a microfiber cloth with your water mixture and use it to wipe down the inside of the machine. After you’ve done all this, your microwave should be spotless once more.

Solutions News Source Print this article
More of Today's Solutions

6 surprising signs of loneliness women often miss (and how to reconnect)

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM On the outside, things seem… fine. Work is demanding but fulfilling. Family life is busy. The calendar’s full. ...

Read More

Why a cheetah sperm bank may be key to saving the species from extinction

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In the heart of Namibia, a unique conservation project is quietly preparing for a future no one wants ...

Read More

Try these yoga poses for deeper sleep

Yoga is a practice meant to boost mindfulness and physical wellness, so it’s no surprise that it can also improve sleep. If you’re one ...

Read More

U.S. women’s relay swim team wins olympic gold, claims new world record

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM On Sunday, the United States women's relay swim team won a historic 4x100 meter medley relay, claiming Olympic ...

Read More