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What To Know About Imported Summer Produce
A new investigation looks at federal inspections of fresh fruits and vegetables grown in foreign facilities.
HealthStylz Editors
· 2 min read
The short version
- Most fresh fruits and vegetables are imported.
- Federal inspectors rarely visit these foreign facilities.
- A new investigation exposes oversight gaps.
Based on reporting by Medical Xpress. We explain it in plain words; read the original for the full story.
Nutrition facts
Everyday foods that fit this story One normal serving of each.
Fiber per serving
- Blueberries1 cup (148 g)3.6 g
- Spinach1 cup raw (30 g)0.7 g
- Tomato1 medium (123 g)1.5 g
- Carrots1 cup chopped (128 g)3.6 g
- Apple1 medium (182 g)4.4 g
Protein per serving
- Blueberries1 cup (148 g)1.1 g
- Spinach1 cup raw (30 g)0.9 g
- Tomato1 medium (123 g)1.1 g
- Carrots1 cup chopped (128 g)1.2 g
- Apple1 medium (182 g)0.5 g
Calories per serving
- Blueberries1 cup (148 g)84.4 cal
- Spinach1 cup raw (30 g)6.9 cal
- Tomato1 medium (123 g)22.1 cal
- Carrots1 cup chopped (128 g)52.5 cal
- Apple1 medium (182 g)94.6 cal
Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Hello friends. Eating fresh fruits and vegetables is a big part of feeling your best every day. A new investigation shares some important news about where our food grows.
What's new
A new investigation finds that most fresh fruits and vegetables imported into the United States come from foreign facilities that federal inspectors have rarely, if ever, visited.
What it means for you
It can feel tricky to know all the details behind the food in your kitchen. This news simply shines a light on how produce travels from other places to your local grocery store shelves.
One small thing to try
Take an extra moment to rinse your fresh fruits and vegetables gently under running water before you enjoy them at home.