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It started as one of those small, satisfying “life upgrade” habits you pick up online.
You know the kind—simple, practical tips that promise to make everyday routines a little cleaner, healthier, or smarter. In this case, it was about washing fruit more thoroughly. Specifically, soaking berries in salt water to remove hidden dirt, pesticides, and—unsettlingly—tiny bugs.
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I had seen enough videos and read enough posts to feel convinced. It seemed harmless enough. Fill a bowl with water, add a bit of salt, drop in your berries, and let them sit.
So one afternoon, I decided to try it.
I grabbed a container of fresh berries—plump, vibrant, and seemingly perfect. I rinsed them briefly, then placed them in a bowl of salted water and let them soak.
