1. Water and salt
Water is the first ally for the thorough washing of food is of good hygiene, in fact, wash thoroughly with water - preferably with the addition of salt, from the many uses - fruits and vegetables before eating or cooking. The simple washing carried out with cold water helps to remove about 80% of pesticides. Alternatively, you can dip the food in boiling water.
2. Water and soda
The baking soda is great for your health to be added to the water to proceed with the washing of vegetables, removing dirt: you'll have to do is use a tablespoon of baking soda to a quart of water and allow to soak it all in 15 minutes approximately. In addition, you can create a compound - with a tablespoon of baking soda and a teaspoon of water - to rub, with the help of a toothbrush on foods to clean and disinfect.
3. Water and vinegar
Vinegar is a great ally in the house and it is also in this case: washed fruit and vegetables, immersing them - for about 30 minutes - in a bowl containing one part vinegar and two parts of water. Next, rub with a brush and rinse under cold water.
4. Water, baking soda and lemon
Another alternative? You can prepare a solution prepared with a tablespoon of lemon juice, two tablespoons of baking soda and a cup of water. You can mix the ingredients of the recipe yourself in a bowl, where immerse food to clean, scrub, rinse and dry.
5. Remove the peel
Finally, remember to always remove the peel when possible, especially if you are not sure of the provenance of the food. Obviously, for the preparation of recipes that include the peel of some fruit, proceed with the purchase of organic products and more secure, however, not neglecting the cleaning.
