Six Food Safety Tips for Your Fruits and Vegetables

PUBLISHED ON June 9, 2023

SILVER SPRING, Md. — Fruits and vegetables are an important part of a healthy diet, and especially delicious in the summertime. As temperatures rise, some germs that cause foodborne illness (also called food poisoning) multiply faster– making food safety even more important to keep in mind.

To keep produce and fresh-squeezed juices safe, follow these food safety tips:

1. Buy Right

2. Prepare Safely

3. Wash Thoroughly

4. Prevent Cross Contamination

5. Store Properly

6. Check Your Juice

Learn more:https://www.fda.gov/food/buy-store-serve-safe-food/selecting-and-serving-produce-safelyhttps://www.fda.gov/food/buy-store-serve-safe-food/what-you-need-know-about-juice-safety

–U.S. Food and Drug Administration

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