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The Adam Ragusea Podcast

Why we use plain water to clean produce, weirdest restaurant meals, etc (E79)

Oct 16, 2023
Topics discussed include the importance of using plain water to clean produce, scrubbing produce and dad duties, lighting setup and albums, the speaker's partner and an Indeed sponsorship, cooking with what you have, sweet peppers and whole wheat tortillas, and a terrible restaurant experience.
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Quick takeaways

  • Rinsing fruits and vegetables with water is the most effective and recommended way to clean them.
  • Soap can leave residues on produce, which may be challenging to completely rinse off, and can cause digestive irritation if ingested.

Deep dives

The importance of rinsing fruits and vegetables

Rinsing fruits and vegetables with water is the most effective and recommended way to clean them. Using room temperature water and gently scrubbing if necessary helps remove dirt, residues, and potential pathogens. The mainstream consensus from experts suggests that using water alone is sufficient and encourages thorough cleansing to ensure safety.

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