May is a month that is inherently associated with the arrival of impatiently expected seasonal products. The first domestic strawberries are already dominated by the Slovak markets and supermarkets, although their price still causes dizziness to some consumers. Especially in this period, however, it is worth paying attention not only to the taste of these fruits, but also by their proper preparation for consumption to protect ourselves from the harmful substances that can be found on them.
Strawberries They are one of the most anticipated fruits of the spring season. Unfortunately, even the domestic Slovak crop is not without the risk of contamination.
- Fruit protection measures are commonly used during transport, but also during cultivation when fertilizers containing pesticides are used.
It is the thin skin that allows the penetration of unwanted substances directly into the fruit flesh.
Although consumption of one portion of contaminated fruit does not have to immediately lead to negative health effects, their regular presence in the diet yes. For this reason, experts recommend paying special attention to the correct washing of the fruit. It turns out that it is not always enough to rinse with water to remove chemical residues.
For consumers who appreciate their safety and safety of their loved ones, it is an important signal to consider cleaning the fruit to be an essential part of its preparation.
Therefore, strawberries should not only be washed with water.
- It is good to use citric or baking soda to effectively clean this fruit.
Thanks to these measures, our strawberries will be safe and properly washed.
Add to the water and soak the fruit. You will get rid of pesticides
