What fruit should you wash before eating? A comprehensive guide to safe produce
                                
                                
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                                According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly half of all foodborne illnesses in the U.S. each year are caused by contaminated fruits or vegetables. Thoroughly cleaning your fresh produce is a simple yet vital step to protect yourself and your family from harmful pathogens and environmental residues. This guide will clarify not only what fruit you should wash before eating, but also the most effective and safest methods for doing so.