Deadly Dozen

DEADLY DOZEN

Some foods hold more pesticides than others. It seems that researchers from a variety of backgrounds agree that the following as the list contains the 12 most pesticide laden foods.  

You do not have to avoid these foods instead you must pay special attention to buy these only as organic.

Apples,Celery,Grapes (imported)Peaches,Potatoes,

Spinach,Bell Peppers,Cherries,Nectarines,Pears,

Red Raspberries,Strawberries,

Organic produce UPC code starts with a number “9” –      Choose organic whenever possible!   

If you are unable to obtain organic foods, the following list includes foods with very little need for chemicals in growing process.  These foods are therefore a better choice if you must buy non-organic foods: 

Asparagus,Bananas, Broccoli,Citrus,Kiwi,Melons,Papaya,  Peas–sweet,Avocados,Blueberries,Cauliflower,Grapes – California, Mangoes,Onions,Pineapples,

Conventional produce UPC code starts with a number “4”

Gerri Kier, CNHP

Complete Nutrition Alliance

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