Everyday Food Myths You Need to Stop Believing

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7) You Don't Have To Wash Organic Produce

This is a HUGE lie. Organic foods are not all 100% free of pesticides, and they can still be contaminated during transport. How do you know if your tomatoes didn't accidentally fall on the ground, or the person transporting them washed their hands before handling them? As a precaution, it's always best to thoroughly wash the food you're about to eat, where applicable.