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Blueberries: is it true that blueberries are a sponge for toxins - pesticides and herbicides - and are not recommended for consumption unless organic?

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Berries: That is true for all sorts of berries.

Answered 3/25/2013

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

B;ueberries: Yes, it is recommended that blueberries be organic because they can contain very high pesticide levels. Even if you can't regularly buy organic due to price or availability - would ensure that blueberries are organic.

Answered 3/25/2013

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