Don’t use bruised or old fruit—it’ll taste like sad, old fruit. Fresh is best, even if it’s a single lime and a handful of basil from your windowsill.
Always wash your produce. I know, I know, you’re busy. But nothing kills the detox vibe faster than biting into a piece of grit or, worse, a tiny bug. Just rinse it under cool water for ten seconds.
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You can reuse the fruit for about 24 hours before it gets mushy. After that, toss it in the compost or—if you’re feeling thrifty—blend it into a smoothie. Waste not, want not, right?