Fresh Vegetables, A Vegetable Brush, And You're Off To The Races

When you’re dealing with fresh veggies, you’ll want to invest in a vegetable brush to get the most out of what you’re eating. We’re talking about fruit here too.
A vegetable brush enables you to properly clean those tubers and others, so that you can take full advantage of their skin too. Most often, there’s plenty to be had for eating them whole, peeling and all. That’s where some of the nutrients are stored.
When you’re looking for a vegetable brush, take the time to get one that has a few fancier features. They’ll come in handy in the long run and encourage you to pull it out of the drawer and make use of it.
Look for one that’s been designed to fit in your hand, that’s ergonomic. This means that it will be easy to use, though you’ll want to hold it in your hand to make sure it’s right for your hand.
Something in a sturdy plastic that’s not likely to rust or chip or crack is also a great idea too. Often you can pop such a brush in the dishwasher too.
Once you’ve made the investment, you’ll notice a difference when you’re taking a bite out of that apple. And you’ll have less of the bad stuff, sand and other things you cannot see, and more of the good stuff, including vitamins that are worth leaving on your plate.  
Potatoes are terrific with their skins. Poke holes in them, cut them in half, and sit a couple of them on a plate in the microwave for a faster version of the baked classic. Or cut them in half, add a slice of onion, and wrap them individually (both halves together) in foil and pop them in the oven. They take a while to bake, but they taste oh so great smothered in butter and sour cream… okay, so I can afford the calories. Ditch dessert and dig in!
So the next time someone offers to help you with supper, or they’re in the mood to putter round the kitchen on their own, introduce them to this new tool. All ages of chefs can start on vegetable cleaning duty when it comes time, and it’s a rather fun job… one that can leave a bit of puddle, so make sure to show them how to mop up afterward.
It can also be part of your evening lunch making routine. Have someone working on cleaning off those apples, peaches, or pears before they’re packed. That way, you’ll be sure that the fruit is ready to go before it leaves the house.
If you start now, it will become a habit that sticks, and all those pesticides and the many hands that have played with your food before you found it will be only a memory.
A vegetable brush is a good idea. It’s simple and easy to use, and it will mean the difference between eating your vitamin-filled veggies’ coats nice and clean or not at all. The best choice for your health is rather obvious, now isn’t it?