Foundations of Nutrition: The Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen

Question 1

The Dirty Dozen

Answer 1

Always opt for organic fruit and vegetables where possible. However, some are more ‘pesticide abundant’ than others

Due to high levels of pesticides and other chemicals in these foods, selecting organic here is imperative:
* Strawberries
* Cucumber
* Celery
* Bell pepper
* Grape tomatoes
* Spinach
* Grapes
* Hot pepper
* Nectarine
* Peach
* Potato
* Apple
* Kale
* Summer squash

Question 2

The clean fifteen

Answer 2

These are slightly less problematic – but remember that organic is always superior
* Sweet potato
* Papaya
* Pineapple
* Sweet peas
* Canteloupe
* Sweetcorn
* Eggplant
* Grapefruit
* Kiwi
* Onions
* Mushrooms
* Asparagus
* Avocado
* Cabbage
* Mango