Which Foods Should I Buy Organic?
The Environmental Working Group’s research on pesticide residues ranked the most common fruits and vegetables on their level of pesticide residue. Inspired by Dr. Weil’s analysis of these data, here are the foods that you absolutely must buy organic, and those that you can get by with obtaining conventionally.
Keep in mind that this doesn’t take into account the other benefits of buying organic produce such as reduced toxins in agricultural runoff, safer conditions for workers, etc.
Conventional is Okay
- Broccoli
- Eggplant
- Cabbage
- Banana
- Kiwi
- Asparagus
- Sweet peas (frozen)
- Mango
- Pineapple
- Sweet corn (frozen)
- Avocado
- Onion
Gotta be Organic
- Peaches
- Apples
- Sweet Bell Peppers
- Celery
- Nectarines
- Strawberries
- Cherries
- Lettuce
- Grapes
- Pears
- Spinach
- Potatoes
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