Buying organic for specific produce is a strategic way to reduce your intake of synthetic chemicals without overspending on your entire grocery bill. The "Dirty Dozen" list, updated annually by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) , identifies 12 fruits and vegetables with the highest pesticide residues. 🥗 The 2026 "Dirty Dozen"
🍒 Consistently test positive for at least two pesticides. 12 foods to buy organic
Many pesticides are "systemic," meaning they are absorbed into the plant's tissue and cannot be rinsed off. Buying organic for specific produce is a strategic
🍐 High frequency of both fungicides and insecticides. 12 foods to buy organic
In 2026, PFAS ("forever chemicals") were detected on 63% of Dirty Dozen samples.
