The Clean 15 and the Dirty Dozen

If you have any inclination to "go organic," but just can't afford to go all the way, then the following chart (compliments of Martha Stewart :)) might be helpful.

The CLEAN 15 (these foods have some of the lowest amounts of pesticide residue):

1. Onions

2. Avocados

3. Corn

4. Pineapples

5. Mangoes

6. Asparagus

7. Sweet peas

8. Kiwifruits

9. Cabbages

10. Eggplants

11. Papayas

12. Watermelons

13. Broccoli

14. Tomatoes

15. Sweet Potatoes

THE DIRTY DOZEN (These have the greatest amounts of pesticide residue):

1. Peaches

2. Apples

3. Bell peppers

4. Celery

5. Nectarines

6. Strawberries

7. Cherries

8. Kale

9. Lettuce

10. Imported grapes

11. Carrots

12. Pears

Because I think I'm likely to have trouble keeping these lists straight, I'm going to write the above on a notecard and keep it in my pocketbook so I'll always have it on hand at the store. If you have any organic tips, please share in the comment box!