Apples
No matter what the variety, apples are known to be extremely contaminated by a whole plethora of pesticides. Unfortunately, applesauce and apple juice are also known to have high amounts of pesticides in them. All these products should always be bought organic, especially if you are giving them to your kids!
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No matter what the variety, apples are known to be extremely contaminated by a whole plethora of pesticides. Unfortunately, applesauce and apple juice are also known to have high amounts of pesticides in them. All these products should always be bought organic, especially if you are giving them to your kids!
Celery
Celery is a seasoned-vet when it comes to being part of the Dirty Dozen. With over 60 pesticide residues found on this vegetable, this should be a must on your list of organic go-to's.
http://www.ocfoodandfitness.com/apps/blog/organic-overload-12-foods-you-should-never
Celery is a seasoned-vet when it comes to being part of the Dirty Dozen. With over 60 pesticide residues found on this vegetable, this should be a must on your list of organic go-to's.
Strawberries
Strawberries are prone to fungus and therefore, are also prone to getting heavily sprayed with pesticides. While fresh berries seem to have more than 60 varieties, frozen strawberries usually contain a good deal less.
http://www.ocfoodandfitness.com/apps/blog/organic-overload-12-foods-you-should-never
Strawberries are prone to fungus and therefore, are also prone to getting heavily sprayed with pesticides. While fresh berries seem to have more than 60 varieties, frozen strawberries usually contain a good deal less.
Peaches
Peaches have more than 60 pesticides packed on their delicate flesh and skin, with nearly as many found in pre-packed serving packs. However, canned peaches seem to have much fewer, although I probably wouldn't risk it.
Peaches
Peaches have more than 60 pesticides packed on their delicate flesh and skin, with nearly as many found in pre-packed serving packs. However, canned peaches seem to have much fewer, although I probably wouldn't risk it.
Spinach
Out of all leafy greens, spinach seems to have the worst case of pesticide residue blues, with nearly 50 different kinds. And while frozen spinach seems to have nearly as many, canned spinach seems to have fewer that have been detected.
http://www.ocfoodandfitness.com/apps/blog/organic-overload-12-foods-you-should-never
Out of all leafy greens, spinach seems to have the worst case of pesticide residue blues, with nearly 50 different kinds. And while frozen spinach seems to have nearly as many, canned spinach seems to have fewer that have been detected.
Nectarines (Imported)
Imported nectarines seem to have a much higher residue profile than home-grown nectarines do. However, because of their thin skin, I prefer to buy all of my nectarines in the organic aisle.
http://www.ocfoodandfitness.com/apps/blog/organic-overload-12-foods-you-should-never
Imported nectarines seem to have a much higher residue profile than home-grown nectarines do. However, because of their thin skin, I prefer to buy all of my nectarines in the organic aisle.
Grapes (Imported)
Imported grapes have long been touted for their high pesticide-residue amounts. Not surprisingly, raisins (dried grapes) are also known to be highly contaminated. Since wine is made from grapes, you may want to consider buying this organic as well. At least when it comes to imported varieties.
http://www.ocfoodandfitness.com/apps/blog/organic-overload-12-foods-you-should-never
Imported grapes have long been touted for their high pesticide-residue amounts. Not surprisingly, raisins (dried grapes) are also known to be highly contaminated. Since wine is made from grapes, you may want to consider buying this organic as well. At least when it comes to imported varieties.
Bell Peppers
Not all peppers are considered to be uber-contaminated; mainly just the sweet ones. This includes red, yellow, and orange. However, if they are available, try to buy all peppers organic, as they are very thin-skinned and tend to be susceptible to pesticides just like the sweet ones are.
http://www.ocfoodandfitness.com/apps/blog/organic-overload-12-foods-you-should-never
Not all peppers are considered to be uber-contaminated; mainly just the sweet ones. This includes red, yellow, and orange. However, if they are available, try to buy all peppers organic, as they are very thin-skinned and tend to be susceptible to pesticides just like the sweet ones are.
Potatoes
Because of the way potatoes are grown, they are much more prone to pesticides than many other vegetables are. However, many argue that sweet potatoes have less contamination and are a better choice. I still buy organic sweet potatoes though. They aren't much more expensive and I believe it's better to be safe than sorry.
http://www.ocfoodandfitness.com/apps/blog/organic-overload-12-foods-you-should-never
Because of the way potatoes are grown, they are much more prone to pesticides than many other vegetables are. However, many argue that sweet potatoes have less contamination and are a better choice. I still buy organic sweet potatoes though. They aren't much more expensive and I believe it's better to be safe than sorry.
Blueberries
Fresh blueberries are usually the biggest culprits, while frozen blueberries have proved to be a bit less contaminated. However, most all berries, even though they are not on the dirty dozen list this year, are also covered in pesticides and their residues.
http://www.ocfoodandfitness.com/apps/blog/organic-overload-12-foods-you-should-never
Fresh blueberries are usually the biggest culprits, while frozen blueberries have proved to be a bit less contaminated. However, most all berries, even though they are not on the dirty dozen list this year, are also covered in pesticides and their residues.
Lettuce
Leafy greens are typically doused in pesticides, with more than 50 being identified.
http://www.ocfoodandfitness.com/apps/blog/organic-overload-12-foods-you-should-never
Leafy greens are typically doused in pesticides, with more than 50 being identified.
Kale
Although a hardier vegetable, Kale still has been found to have loads of pesticide residue in the past couple years. Collard greens are a similar vegetable that should also be considered when buying organic.
http://www.ocfoodandfitness.com/apps/blog/organic-overload-12-foods-you-should-never
Although a hardier vegetable, Kale still has been found to have loads of pesticide residue in the past couple years. Collard greens are a similar vegetable that should also be considered when buying organic.
