1.NECTARINES 97.3% contain pesticides
2.Celery 94.5% ” ”
3. Pears 94.4% ” ”
4. Peaches 93.7% ” ”
5.Apples 91.0% ” ”
6.Cherries 91.0% ” ”
7.Strawberries 90.0% ” ”
8. Imported Grapes 86% contain pesticides
9. Spinach 83.4% contain pesticides
10.Potatoes 79.3% ” ”
11. Bell Peppers 68.0% ” ”
12. Red Raspberries 59.0% ” ”
Source US Dept of Agriculture
It seems prudent to me to buy these products organically or at least scrub them well before eating.
by Dr. Earl Mindell