Denmark's food agency warns against trendy vinegar and baking soda fruit washes promoted on social media
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Social media influencers are promoting washing fruit in vinegar, baking soda, or baking powder as a "mom hack" to reduce pesticide residues. However, Denmark's Food Administration advises that plain water is sufficient and there's no need for these additives. Influencers acknowledge that no method removes pesticides entirely and recommend choosing organic when possible.
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· 2 pulledThe best way to minimize pesticide intake is to choose organic when possible.
Videos showing people washing fruit in vinegar, baking soda, or baking powder have spread across social media, but Denmark's Food Administration advises sticking to water.
Videos showing people washing fruit in vinegar, baking soda, or baking powder have spread across social media, but Denmark’s Food Administration advises sticking to water. Influencers like Mia Aaes Deistler, who has 25,000 Instagram followers, have shared
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