(NEXSTAR) – How you treat your produce after you get home from the store could be exposing you to bacteria that cause foodborne illness, experts say. In some cases it’s not how, but what gets washed.

Cleaning fruits and vegetables under water helps eliminate germs and soil. Scrubbing firm produce with a brush removes hidden ...

While washing produce should be standard practice, there is an exception to the rule. If you purchase produce like bagged salads or pre-cut fruit that's labeled "pre-washed" or "ready-to-eat," you can ...

Fruits and vegetables are an essential part of a healthy diet, but they need to be properly washed before consumption to ensure they are safe to eat. Nutrition expert Uwe Knop emphasizes the ...

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(StatePoint) The USDA’s Dietary Guidelines recommend adults eat anywhere from five to 13 servings of fruits and vegetables per day. While meeting or exceeding your recommended daily dose is an ...

For good health, the USDA recommends that you eat five to nine servings of fruits and vegetables per day. But before you reach for that apple slice or celery stalk, reach for a container of fruit and ...