Washing Fruit does not remove Pesticides , new study shows
If you need another reason why to switch to Natural wine, this is it ..A new scientific report highlights concerns about pesticide residues on food, revealing that washing fruits may not effectively remove toxic chemicals used in agriculture. Published in the American Chemical Society's journal Nano Letters, the study emphasizes that common washing practices fail to eliminate pesticides, which can penetrate the peel and reach the pulp of fruits like apples. The research suggests peeling, rather than washing, as a more effective way to reduce pesticide residues.
Consumer Reports previously found that 20% of 59 fruit and vegetable categories had pesticide levels posing "significant risks" to consumers. Although the USDA maintains that most pesticide residues in foods are within legal limits and safe, Consumer Reports argues these limits are too high. The USDA's latest data showed that over 72% of tested food samples contained detectable pesticide residues, though 99% were within legal limits.
The study's findings could help scientists better understand pesticide persistence in foods, emphasizing that relying solely on washing may not be sufficient for food safety.
