Tips on Washing Your Fruits and Vegetables

It can be time consuming to wash your fruits and vegetables, but it is incredibly helpful so that you do not consume any harmful germs or bacteria like E.coli. Lettuce commonly has E.coli and other germs before it is washed, so it is a great habit to wash your fruits and vegetables. 

Healthline suggests washing methods for three categories of fruits and vegetables:    

• Firm produce. Fruits with firmer skins like apples, lemons, and pears, as well as root vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and turnips, can benefit from being brushed with a clean, soft bristle to better remove residues from their pores.

• Leafy greens. Spinach, lettuce, Swiss chard, leeks, and cruciferous vegetables like Brussels sprouts and bok choy should have their outermost layer removed, then be submerged in a bowl of cool water, swished, drained, and rinsed with fresh water.

• Delicate produce. Berries, mushrooms, and other types of produce that are more likely to fall apart can be cleaned with a steady stream of water and gentle friction using your fingers to remove grit.

Following these methods can help prevent you from ingesting harmful germs or bacteria, and can even help your fruits and vegetables last longer. Visit Healthline’s How To Wash Your Fruits and Vegetables: A Complete Guide for more helpful tips and tricks!

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