As we shop for produce this summer, you may want to buy from multiple locations, including farmers markets. Be aware of fruits and vegetables that require sanitization before consumption.
Dietician Lauri Wright PhD with USF College of Public Health breaks down the cleanest and dirtiest produce.
Dirtiest:
- Peaches & nectarines
- Apples
- Bell peppers
- Celery
- Berries (strawberries and blueberries)
- Pears
- Grapes
- Spinach
Cleanest:
- Asparagus
- Avocado
- Cabbage
- Cantaloupe
- Grapefruit
- Kiwi
- Onions
- Watermelon
- Corn
- Peas
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