Vegetables are essential to a balanced diet. But unfortunately, they often find themselves contaminated with pesticides. Know that salads are no exception. Fortunately, 60 Million consumers revealed the best reference of all.
This type of salad is better for your health
The magazine 60 Million consumers analyzed 26 ready-to-use salads from supermarkets. This is the case for 13 classic or iceberg lettuces and 13 lamb’s lettuce salads. The experts’ objective was to identify pesticide residues.
And this, including those suspected of being carcinogenic, mutagenic or toxic for reproduction (CMR). The verdict is final. Researchers have discovered 8 molecules suspected of having at least one carcinogenic, mutagenic or toxic action for reproduction.
On the other hand, the results show that lamb’s lettuce salads remain overall a little less polluted than lettuces, according to 60 Million consumers. Among the classic and iceberg lettuces, eight were considered “insufficient”. Including four classified as “very insufficient”.
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In comparison, salad salads fare better, with only four references pinned. Namely: three for a pesticide content deemed “very insufficient” and one as “insufficient”.
And “on the lamb’s lettuce side, only four references are concerned by suspected CMR molecules”it is also important to note that “all lettuces also contain non-CMR pesticides”specifies 60 Million consumers.
These results suggest that choosing lamb’s lettuce, particularly for regular consumers of ready-made salads, could prove to be a more judicious option. However, opting for organic products is not an absolute guarantee.
These references to ban according to 60 million consumers
Among the organic lamb’s lettuce analyzed, one of them surprised by the detection of a herbicide banned since 2010. This discovery raises questions about possible fortuitous or recurring contamination.
-The magazine compiled a list of bagged chews that have concerning levels of pesticide residue, according to 60 Million consumers. This is the case of the Mâche from U stores, rated 8.9/20 for its pesticide content, with an “insufficient” rating.
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But also the Mâche Format maxi from Bonduelle, which obtains a low overall score of 6.2/20 because of the residues detected. As well as the Mâche de Saint Eloi sold at Intermarché, described as “very insufficient” with a score of 5.3/20.
And finally, the organic Carrefour Mâche, which disappoints with a score of 5/20 due to the presence of a banned molecule. This investigation of 60 Million consumers shows the importance of remaining vigilant.
And this, even for products often perceived as healthy. Organic certifications are therefore not always enough to guarantee a total absence of contaminants. To choose quality products, you must consult independent analyzes such as those offered by 60 Million consumers.
It’s a habit you need to get into to make the right choice for your products.
Source: 60 Million Consumers
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