What really works to clean fresh produce?

What really works to clean fresh produce?

July 18, 2026 · 11 min · Episode 706

About this episode

This episode discusses the best methods for cleaning fresh produce and the debate between using tap water versus various cleaning agents.

Summer Saturdays: Best of QDT Encore Episode : This episode originally aired May 2024. 706. Bloggers recommend everything from bleach to baking soda. Food safety experts insist that tap water is all you need. What’s the best way to kill germs on fresh produce? New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by our team and Monica herself!  Research references: Antibacterial action of vinegar against food-borne pathogenic bacteria including Escherichia coli | National Library of Medicine | 1998 Aug (nih.gov) We've also curated some great playlists on specific episode topics including Staying Strong as We Age , Diabetes , Weight Loss That Lasts and Gut Health ! Also, find a playlist of our bone health series, Stronger Bones at Every Age .  Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com. Follow Nutrition Diva on Facebook and subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.  Find out about Monica's keynotes and other programs at WellnessWorksHere.com Nutrition Diva is a part of the Quick and Dirty Tips podcast network.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…

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