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I came across this and thought it was interesting enough to post.

 

For those that are concerned about toxins and pesticides it might be something you want to know.

 

FoodNews: Shopper's Guide to Pesticides

 

The Full List: 47 Fruits & Veggies

 

RANK     FRUIT OR VEGGIE     SCORE

 

 

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Peach

Apple

Sweet Bell Pepper

Celery

Nectarine

Strawberries

Cherries

Kale

Lettuce

Grapes - US

Carrot

Pear

Collard Greens

Spinach

Potato

Green Beans

Summer Squash

Pepper

Cucumber

Raspberries

Grapes - CDN

Plum

Orange

Cauliflower

Tangerine

Mushrooms

Banana

Winter Squash

Cantaloupe

Cranberries

Honeydew Melon

Grapefruit

Sweet Potato

Tomato

Broccoli

Watermelon

Papaya

Eggplant

Cabbage

Kiwi

Sweet Peas - Frozen

Asparagus

Mango

Pineapple

Sweet Corn - Frozen

Avocado

Onion

100 (highest pesticide load)

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1 (lowest pesticide load)