Context: If you really want to eat something like lettuce , it has to be washed first in a diluted bleach solution , which in Bolivia at least can be brought in most supermarkets and pharmacies . Lettuce in particular is mostly made of water , so its always going to be risky , plus those little leafy bits are perfect for harbouring bacteria . Most people just avoid lettuce and other fresh non - peelable veg altogether . 5 ) Meat and dairy .

Question: Why does lettuce have to be washed first in a diluted bleach solution ?
Options:
0. Because that 's the best way to kill bacteria .
1. Because bleach can be brought in most supermarkets .
2. Because most people just avoid lettuce .
3. None of the above choices .
Answer: 0