Dear Queenie,
My husband has the habit of eating fresh fruit and vegetables right out of the container or sack I bring them home in from the grocery store.
I was taught always to wash such things before eating, but he says it’s not really important and I’m just being silly.
Queenie, how can I make him understand how dangerous this can be?—Worried wife
Dear Worried wife,
There have been a number of reports in the news recently about diseases caused by unsanitary produce. Whenever you see or hear such a report bring it to his attention.
Also, take some of that produce you bring home and soak it for at least 5 minutes in water to which you have added some vinegar. This will make the items fairly safe for eating, and if the condition of the water after the soaking does not convince your husband I do not know what will.
And make sure your health insurance is up-to-date.
