Conventional Blueberries
Moderate burden — Conventional Blueberries adds a moderate, reducible exposure.
Non-organic fresh or frozen blueberries.
The breakdown
Each driver rated 0 (none) to 10 (worst)
Evidence strength: moderate · Detox Score = 100 − hazard×4.6 − exposure×3.4 − persistence×2.6, clamped 1–100.
What this means for you
A Detox Score of 57 places conventional blueberries in the Moderate band. EWG added blueberries to its Dirty Dozen after USDA testing found residues of organophosphate insecticides on a large share of samples. Organic removes the concern, and even conventional berries stay a nutritious choice once washed.
Frequently asked questions
Is conventional blueberries a toxic exposure?
Conventional Blueberries has a Detox Score of 57 out of 100 (Moderate burden), which means it adds a moderate, reducible exposure. EWG added blueberries to its Dirty Dozen after USDA testing found residues of organophosphate insecticides on a large share of samples. Organic removes the concern, and even conventional berries stay a nutritious choice once washed.
What is a safer alternative to conventional blueberries?
A lower-exposure swap for conventional blueberries is: Organic blueberries, or a good rinse before eating. EWG added blueberries to its Dirty Dozen after USDA testing found residues of organophosphate insecticides on a large share of samples. Organic removes the concern, and even conventional berries stay a nutritious choice once washed.