“To Maintain Freshness” omg…seriously!??? This is the warning label on your citrus products. I just happened to be at at our local upscale grocery store, when I took this picture – but it’s everywhere on all citrus bags. They are spraying three different fungicides on your citrus! Washing does not stop the fungicide from seeping through the rind and entering the fruit. 
This is what AI said about it: fungicide: Can pose health risks? Fungicides on oranges can pose health risks, particularly for children. Conventional citrus fruits, including oranges, may contain harmful levels of certain pesticides, which can be concerning for consumers2. While organic oranges typically do not have detectable levels of fungicides, it’s important to be aware of the potential risks associated with conventionally grown citrus1.
Carnauba wax or resin? Carnauba wax is used for car finishes to protect the paint job from the blazing sun….Uh…no thanks! Here’s more info: Imazalil is not only a hormone disrupter; the EPA classified it as “likely carcinogenic to humans” in 1999. And according to the EWG, “The average concentration of imazalil detected in all fruits tested was about 20 times the amount that EWG scientists recommend as a limit to protect children against increased risk of cancer…” Similarly, in an assessment of thiabendazole, the EPA has stated that it is known to cause “harm to the immune and nervous systems and thyroid in adult animals.”
Along with the whole fruit, commercially produced juices—particularly orange—are also problematic. USDA testing of 176 non-organic orange juice samples found that 21% had detectable levels of imazalil and 35% had thiabendazole. The one bright spot here is that juices usually contain less of these fungicides than whole fruits. Fruits harvested for juicing are typically processed right after they’re picked, which reduces the need for post-harvest fungicides. I hate posting this type of thing, but you gotta know 
– Despina
The symbols on food in the United States are shown below. These different stickers placed on packages DO NOT MEAN the same thing. Please do not buy the “verified” products. We don’t either. Stay safe. Eat healthy. Be well:
