Tips on Cleaning Fruits and Vegetables

Fruits and vegetables need to be thoroughly washed before they are eaten. This is because they may have pesticide residue as well as harmful bacteria. Written below are some tips on how to clean them properly.

Always wash all fruits and vegetables when you get home from the market or grocery store so they are ready when you need them. To make a proper cleaning solution, fill a pot or dish pan with hot water and add vinegar. If you opt to use store-bought wash, follow the directions on the packaging.

Then, quickly but thoroughly scrub down each piece with a vegetable brush and your homemade wash. Avoid soaking them in water because this can cause nutrients to be lost and transferred to the liquid they are placed in instead. Then, rinse all the produce that you have washed thoroughly. Doing so would ensure that there is no residue left from the cleaning solution you used. Lastly, pat dry each fruit or veggie with a clean towel.