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Eastern Grown Gala Apple

Common questions

Is Eastern Grown Gala Apple healthy?

Eastern Grown Gala Apple scores 90/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. ⚠️ Conventional apples appear on EWG's Dirty Dozen — produce with the highest pesticide residues in USDA testing.

How processed is Eastern Grown Gala Apple?

Eastern Grown Gala Apple is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

How does Eastern Grown Gala Apple compare to other fruits?

Eastern Grown Gala Apple ranks #8 of 20 fruits in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Stahlbush Island Farms Organic Blueberries at 100/100.

Which ingredients drive Eastern Grown Gala Apple's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Gala Apple counts in its favor; Pesticide Residues (Conventional) is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Eastern Grown Gala Apple

Scout Pick
90 Excellent
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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 1
Category Fruits
Summary

⚠️ Conventional apples appear on EWG's Dirty Dozen — produce with the highest pesticide residues in USDA testing. Choosing organic substantially reduces pesticide exposure. Conventionally grown Gala apples from the Eastern US. Apples are on the EWG Dirty Dozen list — high pesticide residue expected. No fumigation, non-GMO. Sold loose. Prefer organic when possible.

Key ingredients 2

Gala Apple
Good

High in dietary fiber, rich in antioxidants. Supports heart health, may aid weight management, and promotes gut health. Peel thoroughly or buy organic.

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Pesticide Residues (Conventional)
Very Bad

Apples appear on EWG's Dirty Dozen — USDA testing consistently finds the highest pesticide residues among conventional produce. Chronic low-dose pesticide exposure is associated with hormone disruption and other health concerns.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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