(NEXSTAR) – How you treat your produce after you get home from the store could be exposing you to bacteria that cause foodborne illness, experts say. In some cases it’s not how, but what gets washed.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Wash even the fruits you plan to peel. (Mel Melcon / Los Angeles Times) Since I shared tips on how to keep your home kitchen clean ...

Like many home cooks, you’ve likely skipped washing your onions a time or two—or maybe you've never washed them at all.

Fruits and vegetables are an essential part of a healthy diet, but they need to be properly washed before consumption to ensure they are safe to eat. Nutrition expert Uwe Knop emphasizes the ...

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(StatePoint) The USDA’s Dietary Guidelines recommend adults eat anywhere from five to 13 servings of fruits and vegetables per day. While meeting or exceeding your recommended daily dose is an ...