it does not automatically mean the fruit is dangerous.
The creatures are typically fruit-fly larvae that developed after insects laid eggs in ripening fruit.
Soaking strawberries in salt water may cause some larvae to emerge, but it is not a guaranteed method for eliminating every larva or egg.
The most practical approach is to choose fresh fruit, store it properly, wash it thoroughly under clean running water before eating, and discard strawberries that show mold or significant spoilage.
Understanding the natural processes behind food production can help reduce unnecessary fear.
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