The doctor listed the main rules for washing vegetables and fruits

Dmitry Demidik, therapist and chief physician of the Health Strategy clinic network, spoke on Tuesday, July 28, about the proper washing of fruits and vegetables.

In conversation with Lenta.Ru The specialist noted that proper washing of vegetables, fruits and berries helps to reduce the risk of intestinal infections and remove residues of pollutants and chemicals.

According to him, any fruits should be washed immediately before use, even if they are planned to be peeled so that bacteria and dirt do not get on the pulp. The basic rule is to thoroughly rinse the products under running water for 1-2 minutes, using a soft brush if necessary.

The doctor noted that it is better to soak the root vegetables for a short time before washing, sort the greens and soak them in cool water, changing it periodically, and wash watermelons, melons and pumpkins with hot water and a brush. It is recommended to wash the berries in a colander under running water, and pre-soak the strawberries. For additional processing of greens and raw vegetables, a solution of vinegar or salt can be used, and a solution of baking soda can be used to remove pesticides from fruits with dense skins. After washing, the products should be dried. At the same time, the specialist reminded that household detergents or soap cannot be used to wash vegetables and fruits, the website writes kp.ru .

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Rospotrebnadzor expert Susanna Ablyalimova reminded on July 22 that unwashed vegetables, fruits, berries and greens can lead to intestinal infections and helminthiasis. According to her, it is necessary to wash thoroughly not only the purchased products, but also those collected at the cottage, according to RIAMO.

In June, doctor Ekaterina Kashukh told RT that even crops from their own garden need to be washed before use. She recalled that microbes and helminth eggs from the soil are inevitably present on the fruits. 360.ru .

In May, gastroenterologist Olga Chistik explained why it is important to wash bananas before eating. According to her, they are treated with chemicals against fungi and insects for transportation. Some of these substances remain on the surface of the fruit skin.

Prior to this, hepatologist Galina Kozhevnikova told the National Health Service that the hepatitis A virus and other intestinal infections can persist in frozen and fresh fruits. She stressed that it is necessary to wash not only frozen fruits and vegetables, but also products that are ready for consumption.