Tag: Food news

According to the Environmental Working Group's (EWG) 2025 Shopper's Guide to Pesticides in Produce, both bell peppers and hot peppers are prominently featured on the Dirty Dozen list due to a high load of pesticide residues and toxicity. This consistent placement makes many consumers question their purchasing and preparation habits for this popular vegetable.

According to the Environmental Working Group's (EWG) 2025 Dirty Dozen list, several popular types of berries, including strawberries, blueberries, and blackberries, are among the produce with the most pesticide residues. Find out if berries are on the dirty dozen and what it means for your choices.

According to the Environmental Working Group (EWG), conventionally grown spinach has been found to contain more pesticide residues by weight than any other produce item tested. This places the leafy green consistently high on the organization's annual 'Dirty Dozen' list, a guide to which fruits and vegetables have the most pesticide residues.

After hitting the market in 1987 as a 'diet' alternative, Lean Pockets were officially discontinued by manufacturer Nestle in 2020 due to slow sales. The answer to the question, "Do they still make lean Hot Pockets?" is definitively no, leaving former fans to explore other options.

According to the Environmental Working Group's (EWG) 2025 Shopper’s Guide, cranberries are not included on the notorious 'Dirty Dozen' list of fruits and vegetables with the most pesticide residues. However, this does not mean conventionally grown cranberries are entirely free of pesticide concerns.

As of an announcement in July 2025, Cheez-It confirmed it will launch its first-ever gluten-free version of its Original crackers in 2026. However, until this new certified product hits shelves, all current and traditional Cheez-It crackers contain wheat and are not safe for those with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.