Who knew

A. These incidents highlight the importance of handling frozen fruit with the same care as fresh produce.

 

 

Even products labeled as ready to eat may benefit from a quick rinse before use.

 

What Do Food Safety Professionals Suggest?

Food safety specialists commonly recommend washing produce before consumption, including frozen fruits and vegetables whenever practical.

 

Some people avoid rinsing frozen berries because they worry the fruit may soften or lose texture. However, experts generally consider the potential food safety benefits to outweigh minor texture changes.

 

 

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