Many people are confused as to what fruits and vegetables should only be bought organically. Lower your dietary pesticide load by making informed decisions before purchasing your fruits and veggies. Here is a quick list. Print out and carry with you while food shopping

The Dirty Dozen – RECOMMENDED TO BUY ORGANIC

• Celery
• Peaches
• Strawberries
• Apples
• Blueberries
• Nectarines
• Bell Peppers
• Spinach
• Cherries
• Kale/Collard Greens
• Potatoes
• Grapes

The Clean 15 – lowest in pesticides

• Onions
• Avocado
• Sweet Corn
• Pineapple
• Mangos
• Sweet Peas
• Asparagus
• Kiwi
• Cabbage
• Eggplant
• Cantaloupe
• Watermelon
• Grapefruit
• Sweet Potato
• Honeydew
• Melon