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We wash fruits and vegetables under running water to wash away residual dirt, pesticides, germs etc.
It works better to do it under running water than just in a sink or bucket of water because the contaminants are then swept away instead of just diluted. Dirt and other contaminants can at best make the food less pleasant to eat - and at worst can make you sick if ingested with the food.
Keep in mind that the fields where they are grown are not necessarily sanitary. There have been some instances of contamination with Escherichia coli (E. Coli) - bacteria you find in feces - because the workers in the field have nowhere else to go to the bathroom than the fields where they are harvesting the food. Yeah - I think it might be worth washing the food first...
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Which of these fruits of vegetables grows under water?
singhara
How do you remove pesticide residue from fruits and veggies?
Fruit and vegetables should always be washed under a running cold water tap before eating or cooking.
What to eat while running everyday?
You should eat healthysnacks such as fruits,vegetables, etc. You should haveplenty of water. Good luck!! :)
What is a vegetable strainer?
The term 'vegetable strainer' can actually have two meanings. It can either refer to a colander which is used to drain the excess water off of fruits, vegetables and other foods such as pastas, that have to be boiled in water or it can refer to an accessory for a food processing machine or mixer that fruits and vegetables are put in to before they are squeezed to be made into either a sauce or juice.
Determination of persentag of water organic matter inorganic matter in fruits vegetables leafy vegetables and root vegetabls?
The percentage of water in organic matter inorganic matter in fruits vegetables leafy vegetables and root vegetables is 25 percent.
What do you clean fresh fruit and vegetables with?
You rub them with a cloth while running the fruit/vegitable under water.
How many gallons of water per month can be saved by rinsing fruits and vegetables in a bowl instead of running water?
2-4 gallons because u r using about half a gallon to a gallon of water rising fruits and vegis in a bowl.
What foods can water be found in?
water can be found in soups, fruits and vegetables.
What is the percentage of water in various fruits and vegetables?
70-90%
Why do grociers spray water on the fruits and vegetables?
To keep them fresh.
What is the Current problem of fruits and vegetables in Pakistan?
high lead levels from polluted water, insecticides and pesticides residues in fruits and vegetables. usman cheema
What vegetables have water in them?
orange,apple,watermelon,coconut,strawberry :)
