COMMONLY ASKED QUESTION: IS ORGANIC FOOD HEALTHIER?

​Commonly Asked Question: “Are organic veggies and fruits healthier?”
The answer is… wait for it… it’s complicated!
There’s no real evidence that organically grown produce contains more vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients than conventionally grown, according to researchers.
But something that organic produce doesn’t have: A layer of pesticide residue!
Eating enough fruits and veggies (organic or not) is a key part of a healthy diet — so knowing which ones have the most residue can be good info when shopping!
It can help you save money AND upgrade from conventional to organic when it makes sense.
Here’s the latest top 12 “Dirty Dozen” fruits & veggies, from the EWG:

• Strawberries
• Spinach
• Kale, collard, mustard greens
• Peaches
• Pears
• Nectarines
• Apples
• Grapes
• Bell and hot peppers
• Cherries
• Blueberries
• Green beans

A total of 210 pesticides were found on Dirty Dozen items.
Some studies link those pesticides to health issues like hormonal imbalance, weight gain, mood issues, and a bunch of other struggles we’d all rather not deal with.
So if you CAN buy these items organic, that may be your best bet.
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