Remove pesticides and wax from fruits and vegetables. In a bowl or a basin, mix four tablespoons of table salt, four teaspoons of lemon juice and one quart of cool water. Soak fruits and vegetables for five to 10 minutes.
Exceptions: Soak leafy greens for two to three minutes...berries, one to two minutes. After soaking, rinse produce in plain cold water and dry.
Alternative: Veggie Wash. Made of 100% natural ingredients, it is available at supermarkets, health-food stores and online at www.veggie-wash.com (800-451-7096).
Pollution Warning
Exposure to polluted air may cause premature death.
Recent finding: Elevated ozone levels were associated with spikes in the number of deaths in 95 areas around the country. People ages 65 ro 74 had a slightly higher risk of death from pollution than younger people.
Self-defense: Check pollution forecasts at www.epa.gov/airnow. on days with high ozone concentrations, avoid congested streets, where car emissions cause ozone buildup, and don't exercise outside.
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