The "Dirty Dozen" Fruits and Vegetables

I try to buy organic, and sometimes there isn't a choice. I also try to keep track of which commercial vegetables and fruits to steer clear from and which are the safest. The list has changed since the last list came out in 2003.

There have been some ratings revisions since the last Guide came out in October 2003.
For instance, carrots are off the "bad" list now but lettuce is on it. Cauliflower has fallen from grace but cabbage has made the cut and is now on the "good list."

The "Dirty Dozen" (starting with the worst)

* peaches
* apples
* sweet bell peppers
* celery
* nectarines
* strawberries
* cherries
* pears
* grapes (imported)
* spinach
* lettuce
* potatoes


The "Cleanest 12" (starting with the best)

* onions
* avocados
* sweet corn (frozen)
* pineapples
* mangoes
* asparagus
* sweet peas (frozen)
* kiwi fruit
* bananas
* cabbage
* broccoli
* papaya

For more information check out:
http://www.epicurious.com/features/news/dailydish/110606