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Myth: I don't need to wash fruits or vegetables if I'm going to peel them.
Fact: it's easy to transfer bacteria from the peel or rind when you're cutting to the inside of your fruits and veggies. It's important to wash all produce, even if you plan to peel it.
Myth: I should rinse off the juices from meat with water first.
Fact: rinsing meat, poultry, or seafood with water can increase your chance of food poisoning by splashing juices (and any bacteria they might contain) onto your sink and counters.
Myth: Once food has been cooked, all the bacteria have been killed, so I don't need to worry once it's "done."
Fact: the possibility of bacterial growth actually increases after cooking, because the drop in temperature allows bacteria to thrive.
Myth: the more bleach I use, the better.
Fact: To clean kitchen surfaces effectively, use just one teaspoon of liquid, unscented bleach to one quart of water.
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