Baking soda can help loosen dirt and some pesticide residues, but it isn’t antibacterial or sanitizing. Cool running water alone is still an effective and evidence-based way to clean most produce.

Washing grapes with running water—or a brief soak—meaningfully reduces dirt, pathogens, and pesticide residues. A 20-second ...

If you're the type of person who cleans an apple with a quick rinse under water, you might not be properly removing any pesticides that could be lingering on the skin of the fruit. According to a ...

Washing fruit may seem like a simple task, but doing it the right way is important for removing dirt, bacteria, and harmful residues. Even organic fruits can carry contaminants. Dr. Joseph Salhab, ...

Washing blueberries with just water doesn't remove harmful pesticides, bacteria, or mold that can stick to the skin. Soaking ...

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