Health Begins with Choices at the Store: What You Should Know About the Fruits and Vegetables You Buy As a health insurance provider, our role goes beyond offering financial support in times of illness. We believe that awareness is key to prevention—and prevention is the best form of “insurance” for your health. That’s why we want to draw your attention to something often underestimated, even though it’s on our table every day—the quality of the fruits and vegetables we consume. Healthy on the Outside, But…? Fruits and vegetables are the cornerstone of a healthy diet. But did you know that many of them contain residual amounts of pesticides—substances used to protect crops from pests, but potentially harmful to human health? According to recent studies: Citrus fruits contain traces of over four different types of pesticides Strawberries and cherries are also among those with the highest levels In comparison, asparagus and kiwi stand out with minimal or no pesticide residues These numbers are not just statistics—they are directly related to your health and the well-being of your loved ones. Who Should Pay Special Attention? Particular caution is advised for: Pregnant women Parents of young children People with weakened immune systems The permitted levels of pesticides in baby food within the EU are significantly lower than those in standard products. Why? Early exposure, even to small amounts of chemicals, can affect a child’s development. What Is the Real Risk? Although most products fall “within the norm,” the problem is that these norms do not account for the interaction between different chemicals—the so-called “cocktail effect.” This means that even small doses of various substances, consumed together, can have unpredictable effects on the body. What Can You Do? We can’t eliminate all risks, but we can help guide you in reducing them: Buy organic products when possible Choose fruits and vegetables with lower pesticide levels—such as kiwi, asparagus, and watermelon Wash, soak, or blanch produce before consumption Prepare children’s meals with ingredients of verified origin We believe that health insurance begins with care—not just in difficult times, but long before they arise. We hope this information helps you make even more conscious choices for your health. If you have questions about prevention or our health programs, our team is always here to support you. Live healthy. Choose wisely. We’re with you—every step of the way.
