I know most of you are being inundated by the media about the Swine Flu and rightly so. Despite rumors, a person CAN NOT catch the Swine influenza virus from eating food and that means fruits and vegetables.
According to the Center for Disease Control CDC, Swine influenza viruses ARE NOT transmitted by food. You CAN NOT get swine influenza from eating pork or pork products. In addition, according to the Produce Marketing Association's Government Relations and Public Affairs Blog, From Field To Fork, there is no reason to question fresh produce regardless of where it is grown, including Mexico.
According to the Center for Disease Control CDC, Swine influenza viruses ARE NOT transmitted by food. You CAN NOT get swine influenza from eating pork or pork products. In addition, according to the Produce Marketing Association's Government Relations and Public Affairs Blog, From Field To Fork, there is no reason to question fresh produce regardless of where it is grown, including Mexico.
Mexico exports a significant amount of fruits and vegetables to the United States that are safe to eat. In fact, Mexico produces an abundance of strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and blueberries. Currently, blackberries are in peak production in Mexico and will be through May. Despite the rumors, keep eating your fruits and vegetables, especially Mexican blackberries. They are large, sweet and healthy for you. Visit your local retailer or farmer's market and purchase some today. You won't be disappointed.
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