How to Get The Best Out of Fruits and Vegetables

To get the best out of the vegetables and fruits, one should follow certain rules:

1. Always choose seasonal fresh produce.

2. Do not keep fruits and vegetables at home for a long time. Consume them before they meet the expiry date.

3. Do not wash a vegetable or a fruit after peeling. Washing should be done before peeling.

4. While peeling certain fruit or vegetable certain care needs to be taken. Peel only the inedible skin. Do not peel deep inside the skin, as the nutrients such as vitamins and minerals are generally stored beneath and chances are they can get lost with excessive peeling.

5. Do not over-soak. Prolonged soaking can draw out the water soluble nutrients.

6. Vegetables and fruits should be cooked for shortest time possible on low heat.

7. Minimal water should be used while cooking.