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Do pesticides go away when cooked? The facts on residue reduction

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According to the World Health Organization, while most foods in the global market fall below maximum residue limits, cooking and other processing methods can further reduce pesticide levels. So, do pesticides go away when cooked? Not entirely, but the process can significantly decrease their presence depending on the pesticide and cooking method used.