A diet rich in fruits and vegetables is important for optimal health. Reducing your risk of pesticide exposure is always a good idea, but eating conventionally grown produce is better than eating none at all. With that in mind, here is a handy list to help you determine which fruits and veggies are the most contaminated with pesticide residue—and therefore the most important to buy organic—vs. produce that is the least contaminated. We will also give you some useful tips on how to safely and effectively clean your fruits and veggies. Organic or not, it is best to thoroughly wash your produce! Continue reading →
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