Indian scientist launches Sophab, a produce wash for pesticides

Pune-based scientist Dr. Asmita Prabhune developed Sophab, an organic produce wash designed to remove up to 99% of pesticide residues from fruits and vegetables. This comes after national testing found pesticide residues in one in five fruit samples, suggesting plain water isn't enough to clean them. Sophab uses natural salts and herbal oils, aiming to give consumers an accessible tool against common food contaminants.