Blueberries and Pesticides
Americans are eating three times more blueberries than they did in the early 2000s, but here’s the question: what else are we eating with them? Pesticide residues are commonly found in berries, usually just a few micrograms per kilogram, well below the safety limits set by regulators. Most experts say the overall risk is low, since exposure levels are far below what’s considered harmful.
But let’s be honest, we all want pesticide-free food, right? No one wants them. Even low levels add up over time, and it’s better to minimize them whenever possible. So no, don’t stop eating blueberries; they’re packed with antioxidants and amazing for your brain and heart. Just wash them really well before you eat.
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