It’s time to start shopping smarter. The EWG (Environmental Working Group) have reported the latest figures on pesticides residue on fruit and vegetables. Another reason to buy organic, but if money is tight you can always choose the cleanest fruit and vegetables from the list.
All the happy munching Kale folk, make sure it’s organic!
The Cleanest food
- Avocados
- Sweet Corn
- Pineapples
- Cabbage
- Frozen Peas
- Onions
- Asparagus
- Mango
- Papayas
- Kiwi
- Eggplant (aubergine)
- Grapefruit
- Cantaloupe
- Cauliflower
- Sweet Potatoes
The Most Sprayed/Pesticide Ridden
- Apples
- Peaches
- Nectarines
- Strawberries
- Grapes
- Celery
- Spinach
- Bell peppers
- Cucumbers
- Cherry Tomatoes
- Snap Peas (Mange-tout)
- Potatoes
- Chile Peppers
- Kale/Collard Greens
Source: http://www.ewg.org/foodnews/?inlist=Y
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