
Popular fruits may raise Cancer risk, study warns about hidden pesticides
Published on: Sept. 25, 2025, 12:51 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
A new study warns that consuming specific fruits and vegetables may increase pesticide levels in the body, having possible health challenges such as cancer, hormone disruption, and neurotoxicity in children. Researchers from the Environmental Working Group (EWG) examined data from 1,837 participants, connecting produce with more pesticide residues.