Finding tiny white larvae inside strawberries can be unpleasant, but they may come from spotted wing drosophila, a fruit fly that can lay eggs inside ripening fruit. Food safety experts generally consider these larvae a low health risk, and their occasional presence is a natural consequence of growing fruit outdoors. Washing strawberries thoroughly under cool running water before eating helps remove dirt and surface contaminants, while refrigeration helps keep them fresh. Despite the possibility of encountering insects, strawberries remain a nutritious source of vitamin C, fiber and antioxidants and are safe for most people when properly handled.
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