Organic vs. Nonorganic: What Fruits and Veggies Should You Buy? (2024)

Here is a helpful list so you can figure out what produce to buy organic.

April 8, 2011— -- We all know that pesticides and other chemicals can cling to the foods we eat and most of us want to minimize our exposure. That's why some people buy organic.

Scientists have shown that children age 5 and under ingest an average of eight pesticides each day. And young children, whose internal organs and systems are developing rapidly, are particularly vulnerable to pesticides' harmful effects.

Organic Is Better Because:

5 Foods You Need To Buy Organic:

The best foods to buy organic are apples, bell peppers, carrots, celery and strawberries.