8 vegetables you don’t need to buy organic

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• 8 vegetables you dont need to buy organic

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Here are some non-organic vegetables you can
trust.

• If you are looking specifically to avoid
  pesticide residue, there are several
  conventionally-grown vegetables that have little
  to none. In general, you are going to be safe
  from pesticide residue by purchasing non-organic
  versions of the following 8 vegetables

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1. Asparagus

• According to EWG analyses, asparagus is one of
  the vegetables that is least likely to contain
  pesticide residue. This spring vegetable a
  cousin of onion and garlic is a great source of
  fiber and packed with nutrients like vitamins A,
  C, E and K, and essential minerals like calcium,
  magnesium and zinc. It is also a good source of
  folate, which the body needs to repair DNA and
  produce healthy blood cells, and chromium, a
  trace mineral that helps insulin transport
  glucose from the bloodstream into cells.

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2. Avocado

• Avocados are one of the safest fruits to buy
  non-organic because their thick outer skin
  prevents pesticides from touching the edible
  fruit. Also known as alligator pears, they are
  packed with essential nutrients such as folate,
  potassium and vitamins K, B-6, E and C. Along
  with olive oil and canola oil, avocados are also
  an excellent source of monounsaturated fatty
  acids (MUFAs), a healthy type of fat that may
  help lower the risk of heart disease and improve
  the function of blood vessels. Some research
  shows that MUFAs help with insulin levels and
  blood sugar control, which is particularly
  important if you have type 2 diabetes. The
  Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics recommends
  having a slice of avocado on your sandwich
  instead of mayonnaise or butter.

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3. Cabbage

• Non-organic cabbage is usually a safe bet because
  it contains little pesticide residue. Cabbage is
  cruciferous vegetable, which a Netherlands study
  found may protect against colon cancer in women.
  Purple cabbage contains anthocyanin, which
  researchers are investigating for potential
  anti-carcinogenic properties. Just one serving of
  cabbage contains more than 20 percent of the
  recommended daily value of vitamins C and K.

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4. Cantaloupe

• A member of the squash family, cantaloupe is a
  great source of of fiber, folate, B vitamins,
  vitamin C and K, and betacarotene, an antioxidant
  that helps keep eyes, skin and hair healthy. It
  is also high in potassium, which can help to
  decrease blood pressure. Because of its tough
  skin, pesticide residue cannot touch the edible
  fruit inside

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5. Carrots

• Conventionally-grown carrots have pesticide
  residue on the surface, which is easily removed
  when you peel them. Just one half-cup of chopped,
  raw carrots provides 184 percent of adults'
  recommended daily intake of vitamin A, which is
  vital for the maintenance of the immune system
  and healthy vision.

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6. Cauliflower

• With very low or no discernible pesticide
  residue, conventionally-grown cauliflower is safe
  to buy. Low in fat and carbohydrates, cauliflower
  is high in dietary fiber, folate, potassium and
  vitamin C. This cousin of broccoli also contains
  glucosinolates, sulfur-containing compounds that
  help the body detoxify. To keep the nutrients in
  cauliflower intact, steam it instead of boiling
  it.

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7. Eggplant

• Because many of the pesticides used to grow
  commercial eggplant do not remain on the skin, it
  is generally a safe choice. It is a good source
  of fiber, potassium and magnesium. Eggplant also
  contains anthocyanin, a plant-based compound that
  may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular
  disease, cognitive decline and cancer. It is also
  one of the most potent vegetables for protecting
  the body against the destructive effects of free
  radicals.

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8. Grapefruit

• Pesticides can't get past the thick peel of
  grapefruit, which is a great source of fiber,
  folate, potassium and vitamin C, which supports
  the immune system. It also contains hesperidin, a
  flavonoid that may aid blood flow to fingers and
  toes and suppress carcinoid tumors. Pink and red
  grapefruit also contain lycopene, which fights
  free radicals that can damage cells.