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Wednesday, May 22, 2013

The "Dirty Dozen"

If you can't buy everything organic, here is the bare minimum list of globally known "Dirty Dozen" - produce that you should ONLY buy in organically grown varieties. Pesticides used on many crops remain a major health concern today because they present health risks such as disruptions in normal functioning of the nervous system and increased risk of cancer.

  1. Celery
  2. Peaches
  3. Strawberries
  4. Apples
  5. Blueberries (domestic)
  6. Nectarines
  7. Sweet Bell Peppers
  8. Spinach
  9. Collard Greens/ Kale
  10. Cherries
  11. Potatoes
  12. Grapes (imported)

Source:
http://www.thedailygreen.com/healthy-eating/eat-safe/dirty-dozen-foods#slide-1
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/22/dirty-dozen-foods-list-2013_n_3132788.html#slide=2365940

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