You're washing your fruit and vegetables incorrectly: we explain how to do it right

It seemed like everyone knew how to wash fruits and vegetables. There is nothing easier than simply putting the produce under running water and then draining it. But this process requires a bit more manipulation.

The Mirror has published information on how to wash fruits and vegetables so that they are perfectly clean and bacteria-free. There are several nuances that you should pay special attention to.

It's summer, so fruits and vegetables are in everyone's daily diet, so it's very important to wash fresh produce before eating it so you don't put your body in danger. Washing fruits and vegetables will remove any pesticides that were used during cultivation, as well as any bugs and dirt - it also ensures that your food will be bacteria-free.

How to prepare food for cooking:

1. Before washing fruit and vegetables, remove and discard any spoiled areas that have changed color or become dark. If you wash the food while it is still wet, you risk spreading bacteria. Any leaves you don't want to eat should also be removed.

2. Afterwards, run the fruit under cold running water for about 30 seconds. This applies even to fruits, vegetables, and greens that were sold in a package.

1. Wash the cutting board, the knife and, of course, your hands very thoroughly before cutting the fruit or vegetables. In general, it is better to use a separate board. Vegetables and fruits are very absorbent of various odors and flavors. So it's not surprising if an apple tastes like raw meat if you cut everything on the same surface.