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Is it OK to skip washing organic fruit?

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly half of all foodborne illnesses in the U.S. are caused by contaminated vegetables or fruits. This startling statistic proves that despite the health-conscious choice to buy organic, the question, 'Is it OK to skip washing organic fruit?' should always be answered with a resounding 'No'.