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Much of the produce that is sold today in supermarkets is supplied from
farmers who practice conventional farming methods. In other words, the
produce has been grown using chemical fertilizers as well as pesticides and herbicides. Many scientific studies suggest that the effects of synthetic pesticides
can be detrimental to our health; one study suggests that the
consumption of pesticides may lead to ADHD in children; in some other
cases, exposure can lead to many forms of cancers, infertility
problems and birth defects.
Along with the many other poor ‘food like’
products we are eating, there is an array of foreign substances that are entering our bodies. As we expose ourselves to these synthetic
substances over the years, our bodies become overloaded, and our
‘cleaning’ mechanisms fail to work. As a result, many of us develop
sickness and disease because our bodies cannot efficiently remove these
toxins anymore. In order to help give your body a break from this
chemical onslaught, we have suggested what foods should be eaten
organically.
The foods listed below are some of the most toxic to our
bodies if eaten from conventional sources. Based on the Environment Working Group (EWG),
they contain the most pesticides, both on and within them, compared to
other foods; so, if you are considering switching to organic, we would
suggest taking account of the foods below as a first propriety in your
transition.
Top 12 Foods You Should Eat Organically (From lowest to highest amount of pesticides)
1. Apples: They contain 42
known pesticide residues found by the USDA Pesticide Data Program. Out
of the 42 pesticide residues, there are 7 known carcinogens, 19
suspected hormone disruptors, 10 neurotoxins, 6 developmental or
reproductive toxins, and 17 honeybee toxins.
2. Cherries: They contain 42
known pesticide residues found by the USDA Pesticide Data Program. Out
of the 42 pesticide residues, 7 known or probable carcinogens, 22
suspected hormone disruptors, 7 neurotoxins, 8 development or
reproductive toxins, and 18 honeybee toxins.
3. Green Beans: They contain 44
known pesticide residues found by the USDA Pesticide Data Program. Out
of the 44 pesticide residues, there are 8 known carcinogens, 22
suspected hormone disruptors, 11 neurotoxins, 8 developmental or
reproductive toxins, and 18 honeybee toxins.
4. Collard Greens: They contain 46
known pesticide residues found by the USDA Pesticide Data Program. Out
of the 46 pesticide residues, there are 9 known carcinogens, 25
suspected hormone disruptors, 10 neurotoxins, 8 developmental or
reproductive toxins, and 25 honeybee toxins.
5. Spinach: It contains 48
known pesticide residues found by the USDA Pesticide Data Program. Out
of the 48 pesticide residues, there are 8 known carcinogens, 25
suspected hormone disruptors, 8 neurotoxins, 6 developmental or
reproductive toxins, and 23 honeybee toxins.
6. Sweet Bell Peppers: They contain 49
known pesticide residues found by the USDA Pesticide Data Program. Out
of the 49 pesticide residues, there are 11 known carcinogens, 26
suspected hormone disruptors, 13 neurotoxins, 10 developmental or
reproductive toxins, and 19 honeybee toxins.
7. Lettuce: It contains 51
known pesticide residues found by the USDA Pesticide Data Program. Out
of the 51 pesticide residues, there are 12 known carcinogens, 29
suspected hormone disruptors, 9 neurotoxins, 10 developmental or
reproductive toxins, and 21 honeybee toxins.
8. Blueberries: They contain 52
known pesticide residues found by the USDA Pesticide Data Program. Out
of the 52 pesticide residues, there are 8 known carcinogens, 24
suspected hormone disruptors, 14 neurotoxins, 7 developmental or
reproductive toxins, and 21 honeybee toxins.
9. Strawberries: They contain 54
known pesticide residues found by the USDA Pesticide Data Program. Out
of the 54 pesticide residues, there are 9 known carcinogens, 24
suspected hormone disruptors,11 neurotoxins, 12 developmental or
reproductive toxins, and 19 honeybee toxins.
10. Kale: It contains 55
known pesticide residues found by the USDA Pesticide Data Program. Out
of the 55 pesticide residues, there are 9 known carcinogens, 27
suspected hormone disruptors, 10 neurotoxins, 10 developmental or
reproductive toxins, and 23 honeybee toxins.
11. Peaches: They contain 62
known pesticide residues found by the USDA Pesticide Data Program. Out
of the 62 pesticide residues, there are 10 known carcinogens, 29
suspected hormone disruptors, 12 neurotoxins, 11 developmental or
reproductive toxins, and 25 honeybee toxins.
12. Celery: It contains the most at 64
known pesticide residues found by the USDA Pesticide Data Program. Out
of the 64 pesticide residues, there are 13 known carcinogens, 31
suspected hormone disruptors, 12 neurotoxins, 14 developmental or
reproductive toxins, and 20 honeybee toxins.
Honourable Mentions
- Broccoli: It contains 33 known pesticide residues found by the USDA Pesticide Data Program.
- Cucumbers: They contain 35 known pesticide residues found by the USDA Pesticide Data Program.
- Grapes: They contain 34 known pesticide residues found by the USDA Pesticide Data Program.
- Potatoes: They contain 37 known pesticide residues found by the USDA Pesticide Data Program.
- Tomatoes: They contain 35 known pesticide residues found by the USDA Pesticide Data Program.
5 Foods that Contain the Lowest Pesticide Residues
Bananas: They contain 12
known pesticide residues found by the USDA Pesticide Data Program. Out
of the 12 pesticide residues, there are 4 known carcinogens, 7 suspected
hormone disruptors, 2 neurotoxins, 5 developmental or reproductive
toxins, and 2 honeybee toxins.
Grapefruit: It contains 11
known pesticide residues found by the USDA Pesticide Data Program. Out
of the 11 pesticide residues, there are 4 known carcinogens, 4 suspected
hormone disruptors, 4 neurotoxins, 4 developmental or reproductive
toxins, and 2 honeybee toxins.
Almonds: They contain 9
known pesticide residues found by the USDA Pesticide Data Program. Out
of the 9 pesticide residues, there are 1 known carcinogens, 4 suspected
hormone disruptors, 3 neurotoxins, 0 developmental or reproductive
toxins, and 4 honeybee toxins.
Asparagus: It contains 9
known pesticide residues found by the USDA Pesticide Data Program. Out
of the 9 pesticide residues, there are 1 known carcinogens, 7 suspected
hormone disruptors, 4 neurotoxins, 3 developmental or reproductive
toxins, and 5 honeybee toxins.
Onion: It contains 1
known pesticide residues found by the USDA Pesticide Data Program. Out
of the 9 pesticide residues, there are 0 known carcinogens, 0 suspected
hormone disruptors, 0 neurotoxins, 0 developmental or reproductive
toxins, and 0 honeybee toxins.
When buying produce always consider
buying organic. Better yet, to ensure freshness, buy local as much as
you can. When you can buy both local and organic, you can guarantee that
the product is both free of pesticides, and full of nutrients. Further
to this, you will also avoid any potential foods that may have been genetically modified. To check out pesticide residues on other sources of food, you may visit: http://www.whatsonmyfood.org/index.jsp. By substituting the top 12 pesticide laden foods with organic, you can eliminate up to 80% of pesticides from your diet.
(Pak Alert Press)
Pakistan Cyber Force
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