Many people can’t afford to buy all organic all the time. But you don’t have to buy all organic produce to reduce your risk for chemical contamination. This list from the Environmental Working Group tells you which fruits and vegetables contain the most chemicals and which ones are least contaminated. Use it when shopping to help make the best choices for you and your family – even if you can’t buy entirely organic foods.
12 Most Contaminated foods
Apples – Celery -Cherry Tomatoes – Cucumbers – Grapes – Hot Peppers – Nectarines (Imported) – Peaches – Potatoes – Spinach – Strawberries – Sweet Bell Peppers – Kale/Collard Greens – Summer Squash
15 Least Contaminated
Asparagus – Avocados – Cabbage – Cantaloupe – Sweet Corn – Eggplant – Grapefruit – Kiwi – Mangos – Mushrooms – Onions – Papayas – Pineapples – Sweet Peas (Frozen) – Sweet Potatoes
Best Regards,
Ann Kowalski – Health Coach