Some of the UK’s most popular fruit and vegetables are covered in more than 100 pesticides, according to new research.

Every year, the UK government tests samples of food and drink for traces of pesticide residues.

The latest report, analysed by Pesticide Action Network (PAN), has found that grapes (both dried and fresh), oranges and herbs contain the highest amount of pesticides.

Source : https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/food-and-drink/fruit-vegetables-pesticides-food-study-b1929040.html

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Oranges, grapes and herbs contain the highest amount of chemicals