Trend or Pure Stupidity
Just as recipes used to be shared, various tips are now shared and transmitted on social networks - from those in the domain of care and beauty, repairs and manual labor, to various shortcuts useful for everyday life. Thus, TikTokers have now offered an unusual solution - using a dishwasher to clean fruits and vegetables. The point is to save time, especially if you need to wash larger quantities at once.
Trend or Pure Stupidity A social media trend suggests washing fruits and vegetables in a dishwasher to save time, even using a cold rinse cycle without detergent. However, food safety experts and the FDA advise against this practice due to potential contamination from detergent residue and bacteria. The recommended method for cleaning produce is under cold running water, with the option of using a soft brush.
- A TikTok trend suggests using dishwashers to clean fruits and vegetables.
- Experts warn this can be more harmful than beneficial, potentially spreading bacteria and mold.
- The FDA does not recommend using kitchen appliances like dishwashers for washing produce.
- Even with a cold rinse cycle and no detergent, residual chemicals and microbes may be present.
- The safest method is to wash produce under strong running cold water, using a soft brush if needed.
- Draining washed produce is important to prevent spoilage.
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