Washing fruits and vegetables before eating them is a mustbut does adding salt to the mix help?
Abbey Littlejohn
Washing your produce before you eat it is a no-brainer.
But is this extra step necessaryand will it ruin the taste of your food?
Credit:Abbey Littlejohn
We turned to an expert for answers.
Is Washing Produce with Salt Actually Beneficial?
Help Remove Dirt, Pesticides, and Bacteria?
So, do you better give your veggies a salt bath to remove dirt, pesticides, and bacteria?
Nutritionist Katie Morford, MS, RD, says no.
“Most Americans dont eat enough as it is and we know that preparation is one of the barriers.
What Is the Best Method for Washing Fruits and Vegetables?
The friction of the running water carries away debris.
“Forroot vegetables, I recommend scrubbing them with a brush.
It’s also a good idea to take the extra step and dry produce with clean paper towels.
