Being Healthy on a Budget

Organic fruits and vegetables are healthy, but also cost more.  However, you don’t have to buy everything organic.  Below are two lists to keep handy when shopping for produce so you can maximize your budget.

The Dirty Dozen: 12 Foods to Eat Organic

1. Peach
2. Apple
3. Bell Pepper
4. Celery
5. Nectarine
6. Strawberries
7. Cherries
8. Kale
9. Lettuce
10. Grapes
11. Carrot
12. Pear

Clean 15: Lowest in Pesticides

1. Onion
2. Avocado
3. Sweet Corn
4. Pineapple
5. Mango
6. Asparagus
7. Sweet Peas
8. Kiwi
9. Cabbage
10. Eggplant
11. Papaya
12. Watermelon
13. Broccoli
14. Tomato
15. Sweet Potato

Credit: Environmental Working Group