You should not treat cut vegetables and (dried) fruit with the AquaPure , not only because the vitamins and minerals will leach out, but also because these foods can absorb the electrolyzed water. Electrolyzed water contains aggressive free radicals that effectively neutralize pesticides, but you don’t want to ingest them. That’s why it’s important to rinse your fruits and vegetables under the faucet for a moment after cleaning them. Alternatively, you can briefly soak them in a bowl of filtered water. Always let your fruits and vegetables dry thoroughly after washing before putting them in the refrigerator; otherwise, they may develop mold.