‘Dirty Dozen’ List Highlights Produce With Most Pesticides
Strawberries and spinach remain the two produce items with the highest levels of pesticides, according to the Environmental Working Group’s 2022 Shoppers Guide to Pesticides in Produce.They’re followed on the list by leafy greens — kale, collard, and mustard — nectarines, apples, grapes, bell and hot peppers, cherries, peaches, pears, celery, and tomatoes.“Everyone should eat plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables, no matter how they’re grown,” said Alexis Temkin, PhD, an ecologist at the Environmental Working Group (EWG), in a statement.“But shoppers have the right to know what potentially toxic substances are found on these foods, so they can make the best choices for their families,” Dr. Temkin said.Whole fruits and vegetables are packed with healthy nutrients like vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber. A diet rich in fruits and veggies can…