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September 17, 2008
Going Organic?
The main difference between organically and conventionally grown fruits and vegetables is the pesticide factor. The good news is that thorough washing of fruits and vegetables with water (no soap) will remove much of the harmful pesticides.
Be choosy! Produce with soft or edible skins are good choices to eat organically. The "dirty dozen" refers to 12 fruits and vegetables that the nonprofit Environmental Working Group says are among the most susceptible to pesticide residue, and thus most profitable to buy organic. They are:
• Peaches
• Apples
• Sweet bell peppers
• Celery
• Nectarines
• Strawberries
• Cherries
• Pears
• Grapes (imported)
• Spinach
• Lettuce
• Potatoes
You probably don’t need to buy organic foods with a tougher skin or a peel that you don’t eat. The Environmental Working Group also has a list of 12 fruits and veggies likely to have the fewest pesticide residues, which may not be worth the added cost of buying organic. They are:
• Papaya
• Broccoli
• Cabbage
• Bananas
• Kiwi
• Sweet peas (frozen)
• Asparagus
• Mango
• Pineapple
• Sweet corn (frozen)
• Avocado
• Onions
Also look for store-brand organic foods to save some money!
Posted by Lisa at September 17, 2008 07:37 PM
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