Popular berries including blackberries, strawberries and blueberries contain concerning pesticides linked to developmental problems and cancer in research studies.
Pesticides that sit only on the surface of berries can be removed by a soak in baking soda or vingear and a rinse.
Some systemic pesticides absorbed into plant tissue cannot be washed off, making organic berries a safer option for concerned families.
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If there’s a blackberry or strawberry in sight, my infant grandson will gobble it up and beg for more. Berries are packed with antioxidants, fiber and vitamin C, so his healthy eating habits should put me, the proud grandmother, in a happy place, right?
