A Shopper's Guide To Pesticides In Produce

Dirty Dozen

Since these items contain higher levels of pesticides, organic versions may be best:

peaches

apples

celery

nectarines

strawberries

cherries

kale

lettuce

grapes (imported)

carrots

pears

Clean 15

These items contain lower pesticide levels and may not require an organic alternative:

onions

avocados

sweet corn

pineapples

mangos

asparagus

sweet peas

kiwi

cabbage

eggplant

papayas

watermelon

broccoli

tomatoes

sweet potatoes

Source:  Environmental Working Group (www.foodnews.org)