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Germs and toxins Therefore, fruits and vegetables must always be thoroughly washed
Herbal diet is healthy because it contains numerous vitamins, phytonutrients and important minerals and fiber. Health experts advise consuming at least five servings of fruits and vegetables daily. The different varieties should be washed, however. On them lurking health-threatening germs.
Herbal food is healthy
Nutrition experts repeatedly point out how important herbal food is for our health. Even in studies, new insights are always gained. Recent studies indicate that fruits and vegetables keep the heart healthy. It has also been known for some time that the risk of having a stroke or heart attack is lower the higher the consumption of vegetables and fruit. In addition, certain plant substances in fruits and vegetables help with weight loss, as researchers have found.
Health experts often recommend vegetarian food that is rich in vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals. Fruit and vegetables should be washed off before eating. (Image: M.studio/fotolia.com) Two major sources of danger: bacteria and pesticides
Although German fruit and vegetable consumption is stagnating, it is still at a relatively high level. "Every year more than 92 kg of vegetables and 70 kg of fruit are eaten by Germans every year", writes cleansing expert Roxanna Pelka from Portals Helpling, explaining "What counts in the hygiene check in the local fruit basket and why even avocados and mangos have an extensive washing program need bitterly ". According to the expert, every day our fruit and vegetables are exposed to two major sources of danger: bacteria and pesticides!
Strained fruits can cause health problems
Greenpeace has often pointed out in recent years that fruit and vegetables are contaminated with pesticides. According to the environmental organization, more than 30,000 tons of pesticide active ingredients are sprayed every year in Germany alone to ensure the shelf life of fruits. According to the Federal Office for Consumer Protection, mainly pears, peppers, potatoes and salads are affected. According to the blog, these strains can cause stomach cramps and fever after eating and may even lead to food poisoning, asthma or diabetes. The supermarket also becomes a breeding ground. "Just stay in the fruit department a few minutes longer and watch the other customers. How many hold their noses to the mangoes or just check the firmness of the avocado? "Asks Pelka. It is often forgotten that there are more than 4,700 different types of bacteria on their hands alone.
Always wash fruits and vegetables before eating
Therefore, the motto is: fruits and vegetables should always be washed. According to the cleaning expert, cold water removes 98 percent of the bacteria after just 15 seconds. However, if the fruits are rinsed off too long, the natural protective layer may dissolve and the vitamins contained therein may be lost. Since bacteria particularly like to multiply on moist fruit, the food should be washed off shortly before consumption. Pome fruits such as apples and pears should not be peeled, but thoroughly washed off, as there are most of the nutrients in the shell. For the same reason also applies to tomatoes: Prefer not to peel.
Special care with berry fruits
Be careful with berries. The soft fruits are best placed in a water bath, because the sensitive berries can otherwise break under a hard stream of water. Then you can drain on a paper towel. For vegetables with a rough surface such as potatoes, carrots and radishes, the dirt is simply brushed away with a vegetable brush or a brush. Then wash, peel and rinse again. Finished salads often contain germs and pesticides. In addition, the leaves are often burdened with yeasts and other molds that can lead to gastrointestinal discomfort. Salad leaves should therefore be placed directly in cold water, so that the vitamin C content is not rinsed off. Then dry in a salad spinner. For this purpose, a dressing of vinegar and oil is recommended. Vinegar reduces the growth of germs and the salad stays appetizing for longer
When peeling and cutting pollutants get into the fruit
Broccoli and cauliflower provide the ideal environment for dirt and germs thanks to the many small florets. The roses are therefore best soaked in a bowl of cold water for about two minutes and then rinsed again under running water. For some fruits such as melon, mango or avocado, the shell is not eaten, but they should be washed anyway. When peeling and cutting can namely pollutants that are located on the outside of the fruit, get over the knife into the pulp. The bowl is therefore previously rinsed extensively with warm water. Pelka has another piece of advice for those who are especially thorough: "Mix a tablespoon of white vinegar and a little lemon juice in a spray bottle and add a cup of water. Now spray the bowl of melon & Co. with the lemon-vinegar mixture and let it work for about 10 minutes. "Then rinse the cleaned fruit only thoroughly with water. (Ad)