71/100

Food

Conventional Nectarines

Low burden — Conventional Nectarines is a relatively low-burden choice.

Non-organic nectarines with edible skin.

The breakdown

Each driver rated 0 (none) to 10 (worst)

Chemical hazard
3
Everyday exposure
3
Persistence
2

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 71 places conventional nectarines in the Low band. None of the three drivers is severe, which keeps the burden manageable. A recurring Dirty Dozen fruit: the thin, edible skin holds detectable multi-pesticide residues. Buying organic for the ones you eat most is a reasonable, budget-aware move.

Cleaner swap → Organic nectarines, or thorough washing.
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Frequently asked questions

Is conventional nectarines a toxic exposure?

Conventional Nectarines has a Detox Score of 71 out of 100 (Low burden), which means it is a relatively low-burden choice. A recurring Dirty Dozen fruit: the thin, edible skin holds detectable multi-pesticide residues. Buying organic for the ones you eat most is a reasonable, budget-aware move.

What is a safer alternative to conventional nectarines?

A lower-exposure swap for conventional nectarines is: Organic nectarines, or thorough washing. A recurring Dirty Dozen fruit: the thin, edible skin holds detectable multi-pesticide residues. Buying organic for the ones you eat most is a reasonable, budget-aware move.

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