Want to make sure that you are getting your produce clean? Here are some tips on washing produce to make sure it’s safe and healthy for your family.

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No matter which way you buy or get your produce, it still needs a good cleaning since anything from dirt to pesticides can remain on your produce no matter how shiny it is.

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Many people use vinegar to wash clothes, counters, or other surfaces naturally, but good, old-fashioned white vinegar is a great cleanser of fruits and vegetables with edible skins.

How to Clean Cucumbers, Apricots, and Other Thin Skins

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To properly clean these healthy treats, utilize any soap and wash the fruit or vegetable for approximately 15 seconds.

How to Wash Citrus, Avocadoes, and Thick-Skinned Produce

How to Wash Spinach and Leafy Greens

To clean these fruits and veggies, rinse well first with running water, using a clean veggie brush to remove loose dirt trapped in crevices of broccoli and similar plants (a toothbrush works well also).

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Though studies have shown cleaning with vinegar reduces surface bacteria by 98%, (Source), far more than soap or water, remember that the remaining bacteria begin growing after cleansing. It is important to eat the fruit the same day as you wash it.

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