Great Tips for Storing and Washing Vegetables and Fruit

     I believe that the best way to eat healthy is to buy nutritious ingredients from the supermarket such as fresh vegetables, fruit, and whole grains and then make a point of eating everything that is bought.  Sometimes it's a challenge to go through all of the vegetables or fruit before they spoil.  Many times, I've had wilting vegetables in the refrigerator because I ran out of time to use them or recipes to make them.
     However, if you are able consume all vegetables you've bought during the week, it will lead to a healthier lifestyle.  One way to make sure the vegetables last longer after being bought is to store them properly.  This good article explains practical ways to keep perishable vegetables and fruit fresher for a longer period of time.  It also talks about how to wash vegetables and the benefits of organic veggies and fruit even though they may cost more.  The last benefit of keeping vegetables fresher for longer is that they don't have to be thrown away which can save money and time.