Learning how to properly wash vegetables might very well be one of the most important parts of meal prep. After all, if produce is washed incorrectly—or not washed at all—it can present a food safety ...

Some fruit absorbs pesticides and herbicides, so even if the produce is rinsed off at the grocery store, you should still perform a proper washing (or three) after buying. In fact, here are several ...

Rinsing broccoli under running water for one minute helps reduce dirt and bacteria, says an expert. A baking soda solution ...

Leafy greens can be swirled in clean water to lift off soil before giving them a final rinse. (Getty Images) Think your fruit and veg are clean after a quick rinse? A recent government report suggests ...

It is important to handle fruits and vegetables (and all foods) properly to prevent food poisoning. Food poisoning, also called foodborne illness, is caused by eating food that contains bacteria or ...

For good health, the USDA recommends that you eat five to nine servings of fruits and vegetables per day. But before you reach for that apple slice or celery stalk, reach for a container of fruit and ...

Everyone has been told to wash their produce- but some experts say it could be futile. When used extensively in the growing process, pesticides can get inside your fruit and vegetables. So washing the ...