When it comes to washing fruits and vegetables, steps like starting with a sanitized surface and always cleaning produce before cutting it can spare you from a nasty bout of food-borne illness. If ...
Leafy greens like lettuce and spinach are a leading source of foodborne illness in the U.S. Washing helps remove dirt, pesticides, and some germs, but it can’t get rid of all pathogens. Experts say ...
Nick Blackmer is a librarian, fact-checker, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience in consumer-facing health and wellness content. Leafy greens like lettuce and spinach are a leading ...