"Food Safety Experts Reveal the Worst Days to Buy Grocery Store Produce"

Food safety experts advise against buying pre-cut fruit and ready-to-eat cooked foods from the grocery store due to contamination risks and improper handling. Bagged lettuce is also a concern due to outbreaks and lack of traceability. Most deli counter items are avoided due to employees' lack of knowledge about food safety and potential hygiene issues. Cantaloupe is prone to causing foodborne illness and should be handled with caution. It is recommended to buy whole lettuce, choose packaged deli foods with proper labeling, and avoid cantaloupe served in restaurants.