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May 5, 2010
Organic Foods-the Dirty Dozen
The “dirty dozen” refers to twelve foods that are high enough in pesticides and other contaminants that it is worth the extra money to purchase them.
The “dirty dozen” briefly listed are: ( in order of their pesticide load from worst to least worst) peaches, apples, sweet bell peppers, celery, nectarines, strawberries, cherries, lettuce, grapes, pears, spinach and potatoes.
Dr. Andrew Weil gives a great commentary on the “dirty dozen.” Check it out here.
Do I purchase only organic for these 12 foods? Truthfully? Yes! if I cannot get organic, then I would rather not eat them at all.
What do I eat instead? The clean 15! Stay tuned for more info on the 15 fruits and vegetables that you do NOT need to purchase organic!
How about YOU? Would YOU rather go “without” than eat contaminated foods? I would love to hear your opinion…
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