According to nutritionistJessica Shand, thats because they may have been sprayed with pesticides.
There are lots of different types of pesticides, all with specific actions.
EDCs are known as endocrine mimickers and are similar in structure to ourhormones, in particularestrogen.
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These have the power to mimic, block, or interfere with your key sex hormones.
By properly washing your veg, however, you might minimize exposure and support your hormones.
Should you still wash organic fruit and vegetables?
According to Shand, yes.
She also says not to be be fooled by washed and ready to eat labels.
This includes bagged salads too.
You could also use baking soda, adding 1 teaspoon of it for every 2 cups of water.
Any longer and they will go mushy, Shand says.
3.Remove everything from the sink and gently dry using a tea towel.
Shand usually leaves them out for an hour.
4.Transfer into glass containers (not plastic), and pop into the fridge.
Shand usessuction glass containers from AirOut.
She finds it keeps everything fresher for longer and truly extends the life of berries.
Where possible, Shand believes, its always best to buy organic produce.
This article first appeared onBritishVogue.
