feel uneasy about eating fruit after discovering insects inside it, even when the larvae themselves are unlikely to cause harm.
Should You Throw the Strawberries Away?
There is generally no need to automatically throw away an entire batch simply because you discover a few larvae.
Inspect the strawberries carefully and discard berries that are moldy, badly damaged, leaking, or visibly spoiled.
If the fruit otherwise looks fresh, wash it thoroughly under running water and remove any damaged portions before eating.
If you find the presence of larvae disturbing, you can
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