It's that time of year again! The Environmental Working Group has unveiled the new Dirty Dozen list for 2024. These twelve fruits and vegetables are the most likely to be highly contaminated by pesticides. To dodge those toxic body burdens, it’s crucial to buy the Dirty Dozen produce items organically. Why? Because organic produce is free from those pesky pesticides!
🍎 Think Down the Food Chain
Remember to think all the way down the food chain. If you're grabbing organic apples, you’ll want to go organic with apple sauce, apple juice, dried apples, and even the apples in your trail mix. Pesticide levels don’t magically vanish during processing; they stick around. So, be vigilant about what you're buying from the Dirty Dozen list.
🍓 Beware the Strawberries
Sadly, strawberries are still topping the list. That means anything strawberry-flavored or filled needs to be organic—strawberries, strawberry jam, dried strawberries, strawberry ice cream, you name it. And those leafy greens (kale, collards, and mustard greens) are holding strong at spot #3. If you’re boosting your diet with dark leafy greens, and you definitely should, go organic!
So, let's get shopping and stay pesticide-free!
🍍 Introducing the Clean Fifteen! 🥑
Say hello to the Clean Fifteen! This list features the top 15 fruits and vegetables with the least amount of pesticide residue. These produce picks are the ones you don’t have to stress about buying organic. They’ve got your back with lower pesticide levels, making your shopping trips a bit easier!
🥕 The Safe Fifteen
Here’s the best part: you can enjoy these fruits and veggies without worrying too much about pesticide exposure. From sweet corn to kiwi, these delicious and nutritious options are the least contaminated by pesticides.
🥭 Tasty and Safe
Whether you’re munching on a juicy pineapple or whipping up a dish with sweet potatoes, these foods are the safest bets in the produce aisle. So go ahead, fill your cart with these Clean Fifteen goodies, and savor the peace of mind that comes with them!
Get ready to enjoy fresh and flavorful produce with less worry. Happy healthy eating! 🥗🌽🍈
