Washing your produce doesn’t eliminate all pathogens, but it can reduce the risk of foodborne illness. However, washing produce also introduces moisture, which comes with its own risks. In most cases, ...

There are no circumstances when washing produce in a dishwasher is considered safe. "The potential risks—including chemical ...

Wash fresh fruits and vegetables in clean, running water. As Americans continue to do everything possible to ward off germs with hand sanitizers, disinfectant wipes and more amid the coronavirus ...

Let’s face it — fruits and vegetables are dirty. Between harvesting, handling, and packaging, they build up a lot of crud and critters (yikes!) In fact, the Environmental Working Group releases an ...

You definitely need to wash your produce before you eat it — but after you wash your hands. Foodborne illness is a big deal, with 31 different bacteria, viruses and parasites that are known to cause ...