Tuesday, February 21, 2012

SHOPPER'S GUIDE TO PESTICIDES IN PRODUCE

We all like to save money but when it comes to health, I'm as careful as possible with what I consume.  The following popular fresh fruits and vegetables are consistently the most contaminated with pesticides, and are best if organic:

*  Bell Peppers
*  Celery
*  Cherries
*  Grapes (imported)
*  Nectarines
*  Peaches
*  Pears
*  Potatoes
*  Red Raspberries
*  Spinach
*  Strawberries

The following list contains fruits and vegetables that have the least amount of pesticides:

*  Asparagus
*  Avocados
*  Bananas
*  Broccoli
*  Cauliflower
*  Sweet Corn
*  Kiwi
*  Mangos
*  Onions
*  Papaya
*  Pineapples
*  Sweet Peas

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