Why buy organic? Because conventional (non-organic) produce has pesticides that are harsh and harmful to our bodies. They can cause a host of health issues such as GI distress including nausea and diarrhea, dizziness, allergic reactions, CANCER, birth defects, and so much more. Let’s be honest, buying organic is recommended in order to avoid ingesting pesticides, but NOT required. We’d rather have conventional fruits and vegetables then none at all—just be sure to WASH your fruits and veggies thoroughly!
Contact me if you’d like a recipe/instructions for a homemade, natural fruit and veggie wash!
Dirty Dozen + (Top produce to buy organic—highest in pesticides)
- Strawberries
- Spinach
- Kale, collard and mustard greens
- Nectarines
- Apples
- Grapes
- Peaches
- Cherries
- Pears
- Tomatoes
- Celery
- Potatoes
+Hot Peppers
Clean Fifteen (Lowest in pesticides — not necessary to buy organic)
- Avocado
- Sweet corn*
- Pineapple
- Onions
- Papaya*
- Sweet Peas (frozen)
- Eggplant
- Asparagus
- Cauliflower
- Cantaloupe
- Broccoli
- Mushrooms
- Cabbage
- Honeydew Melon
- Kiwi
Disclaimer: A small amount of sweet corn, papaya, and summer squash sold in the Us is produced from genetically modified seeds. Buy organic varieties of these crops if you want to avoid genetically modified produce.
FYI: I have a special gift for YOU! There is a site that annually updates a list of what produce to buy organic for the current year. It also has a list of what produce is lowest in pesticides as well. There are FREE downloadable versions of both lists on the site. Click here to go to website.
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Published by Jalecia Faison, CHC
Certified Holistic Health and Wellness Specialist | Student Physical Therapist | Health and Wellness Blogger View more posts
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