Fruits and Vegetables with the Highest Pesticide Levels

Stay Young Bureau Mar 2, 2023

Strawberries

Pesticides have been found on nearly all strawberry samples, including up to 22 different pesticides. Stay Young

Spinach

Spinach is frequently contaminated with pesticides, with samples testing positive for over 20 different pesticides. Stay Young

Kale, Collard, and Mustard Greens

These leafy greens have been found to contain high levels of pesticide residue, with some samples testing positive for up to 20 different pesticides. Stay Young

Nectarines

Up to 94% of nectarine samples have tested positive for at least two different pesticides. Stay Young

Apples

Apples are one of the most commonly consumed fruits in the U.S. and are also one of the most contaminated, with up to 5 different pesticides found on a single sample. Stay Young

Grapes

Grapes are frequently contaminated with a variety of pesticides, including some that are known carcinogens. Stay Young

Cherries

Cherries have been found to contain high levels of pesticide residue, including some that are banned in other countries. Stay Young

Peaches

Peaches have been found to contain high levels of multiple pesticides, including some that are known endocrine disruptors. Stay Young

Pears

Pears have been found to contain high levels of pesticide residue, including some that are known neurotoxins. Stay Young

Bell Peppers

Bell peppers have been found to contain high levels of pesticide residue, with some samples testing positive for up to 15 different pesticides. Stay Young

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