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Many fruits are loaded with nutrients, but some also carry high levels of pesticide residues due to modern farming practices. Here are top six fruits that have huge amount of pesticide content according to the USDA Pesticide Data Program. (Source: Photo by Unsplash )
Strawberries consistently rank No. 1 in high pesticide residue due to delicate skin and heavy farming chemicals used to prevent fungal diseases. (Source: Photo by Unsplash )
Apples retain pesticide residue on their thin skin even after washing. Many samples contain multiple pesticide types. (Source: Photo by Unsplash )
Cherries regularly show multiple pesticide residues, including chemicals banned in some countries but still detected in testing. (Source: Photo by Unsplash )
Grapes especially non-organic, frequently test positive for several pesticides because they grow in large clusters and are highly pest prone. (Source: Photo by Unsplash )
Soft skin and high susceptibility to insects lead to heavy pesticide use, causing peaches to rank among the highest residue fruits. (Source: Photo by Unsplash )
Pears often contain residues of fungicides and insecticides commonly used during commercial cultivation and storage. (Source: Photo by Unsplash )
