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Fruit, Veggies and Pesticides

FRUIT, VEGGIES, AND PESTICIDES? We know a healthy diet requires a lot of fresh fruit and vegetables, but these seemingly healthy choices may instead be full of pesticides! Take a look below to find out what else you're consuming when biting into an apple. 1.2 The U.S. uses 1.2 billion pounds of pesticides a year, but only a mere .01 percent actually reach the intended target: the bugs. The rest ends up contaminating our food, air and water. BILLION POUNDS The Real Health Risks Associated with Pesticides Because pesticides end up virtually everywhere instead of staying where they're supposed to, their existence in our environment has been linked to the following health problems: Skin, eye, and lung irritation Hormone disruption which can lead as well as other health concerns to early onset puberty Brain and nervous system toxicity Cancer Blood disorders* Children living in the areas with heavy pesticide use had strikingly impaired hand-eye coordination, decreased physical stamina, short-term memory impairment, and trouble drawing. Birth defects/ toxicity to a fetus* Nerve disorders* Reproduction effects* -According to a study by The Natural Resource Defense Council *Categorized as a possible chronic effect from repeated exposure to pesticides. Who Is Most at Risk? Those who regularly eat food grown with pesticides are at the highest risk of developing health problems, as well as farmers, those who live downwind or downstream of sprayed croplands; and infants and young children (because their bodies are still developing) The Naked Truth The Environmental Working Group (EWG) found at least one pesticide on 63 percent of the produce sample size they analyzed–even after it was properly washed. In addition, 10 percent of the sample had residue from five or more various pesticides. 63% Residue of various pesticides Pesticide Here is a list of fruit and vegetables with the most heaviest pesticide residue: Fruit and Veggies Treated with the Most Pesticides 97 pesticides 57 pesticides 56 pesticides Hot peppers 68 pesticides 51 pesticides : Cucumber 66 pesticides Greens (kale and collard) Peaches Apples Raspberries Highest Number of Pesticides Still Present on a Single Sample A 97.8% 97.2% 96% 92.9% 91.4% Apples Imported plums Celery Cilantro Potatoes Number of Different Pesticides Still Present on a Single Sample 14 13 13 11 10 Imported grapes Sweet bell peppers Greens (kale and collard) Domestic grapes Strawberries Data is based on analysis by the U.S. Department of Agriculture as well as the Food and Drug Administration, which tested these foods for pesticide presence 51,000 times from 2000 to 2009. Nearly all produce was rinsed or peeled prior to testing. The Good News Here is a list of fruit and vegetables that receive the least amount of pesticides. Veggies Fruit ONION SWEET POTATO PINEAPPLE WATERMELON SWEET CORN MUSHROOM AVOCADO GRAPEFRUIT ASPARAGUS EGGPLANT MANGO KIWI SWEET PEA CABBAGE MAKING BETTER CHOICES Living Organic or-gan-ic Adjective / ôr'ganik/ of, relating to, yielding, or involving the use of food produced with the use of feed or fertilizer of plant or animal origin without employment of chemically formulated fertilizers, growth stimulants, antibiotics, or pesticides. Eating organic produce is the best way to eliminate the harmful effects of pesticides on the health of you and your family. Food that is grown without chemicals is the healthiest diet you can feed your body, and doing so0 can nourish your health and mind. Shop Locally: Examples of Best Practices of Your Neighborhood Farmer Sustainable farming-using manure for productivity as an organic fertilizer. Balanced soil-using crop Organic-the crops are raised au natural rotation to improve fertility, instead of chemicals. Next time a farmers' market hits your neighborhood, check out their supply to find healthier choices for your family's diet. Brought to you by: SOURCES: NRDC.ORG, EWG.ORG, WORLDWATCH.ORG, CARE2.COM, RAW-WISDOM.COM ecomom www.ecomom.com ...... ....... FRUIT, VEGGIES, AND PESTICIDES? We know a healthy diet requires a lot of fresh fruit and vegetables, but these seemingly healthy choices may instead be full of pesticides! Take a look below to find out what else you're consuming when biting into an apple. 部 非 1.2 The U.S. uses 1.2 billion pounds of pesticides a year, but only a mere .01 percent actually reach the intended target: the bugs. The rest ends up contaminating our food, air and water. BILLION POUNDS The Real Health Risks Associated with Pesticides Because pesticides end up virtually everywhere instead of staying where they're supposed to, their existence in our environment has been linked to the following health problems: Skin, eye, and lung irritation Hormone disruption which can lead as well as other health concerns to early onset puberty Brain and nervous system toxicity Cancer Blood disorders* Children living in the areas with heavy pesticide use had strikingly impaired hand-eye coordination, decreased physical stamina, short-term memory impairment, and trouble drawing. Birth defects/ toxicity to a fetus* Nerve disorders* Reproduction effects* -According to a study by The Natural Resource Defense Council *Categorized as a possible chronic effect from repeated exposure to pesticides. Who Is Most at Risk? 网 风 Those who regularly eat food grown with pesticides are at the highest risk of developing health problems, as well as farmers, those who live downwind or downstream of sprayed croplands; and infants and young children (because their bodies are still developing) The Naked Truth The Environmental Working Group (EWG) found at least one pesticide on 63 percent of the produce sample size they analyzed–even after it was properly washed. In addition, 10 percent of the sample had residue from five or more various pesticides. 63% Residue of various pesticides Pesticide Here is a list of fruit and vegetables with the most heaviest pesticide residue: Fruit and Veggies Treated with the Most Pesticides 97 pesticides 57 pesticides 56 pesticides Hot peppers 68 pesticides 51 pesticides : Cucumber 66 pesticides Greens (kale and collard) Peaches Apples Raspberries Highest Number of Pesticides Still Present on a Single Sample A 97.8% 97.2% 96% 92.9% 91.4% Apples Imported plums Celery Cilantro Potatoes Number of Different Pesticides Still Present on a Single Sample 14 13 13 11 10 Imported grapes Sweet bell реppers Greens (kale and collard) Domestic grapes Strawberries Data is based on analysis by the U.S. Department of Agriculture as well as the Food and Drug Administration, which tested these foods for pesticide presence 51,000 times from 2000 to 2009. Nearly all produce was rinsed or peeled prior to testing. The Good News Here is a list of fruit and vegetables that receive the least amount of pesticides. Veggies Fruit ONION SWEET POTATO PINEAPPLE WATERMELON SWEET CORN MUSHROOM AVOCADO GRAPEFRUIT ASPARAGUS EGGPLANT MANGO KIWI SWEET PEA САВВAGE MAKING BETTER CHOICES Living Organic or-gan-ic Adjective / ôr'ganik/ of, relating to, yielding, or involving the use of food produced with the use of feed or fertilizer of plant or animal origin without employment of chemically formulated fertilizers, growth stimulants, antibiotics, or pesticides. Eating organic produce is the best way to eliminate the harmful effects of pesticides on the health of you and your family. Food that is grown without chemicals is the healthiest diet you can feed your body, and doing so0 can nourish your health and mind. Shop Locally: Examples of Best Practices of Your Neighborhood Farmer Sustainable farming-using manure for productivity as an organic fertilizer. Balanced soil-using crop Organic-the crops are raised au natural rotation to improve fertility, instead of chemicals. Next time a farmers' market hits your neighborhood, check out their supply to find healthier choices for your family's diet. Brought to you by: SOURCES: NRDC.ORG, EWG.ORG, WORLDWATCH.ORG, CARE2.COM, RAW-WISDOM.COM ecomom www.ecomom.com ...... ....... FRUIT, VEGGIES, AND PESTICIDES? We know a healthy diet requires a lot of fresh fruit and vegetables, but these seemingly healthy choices may instead be full of pesticides! Take a look below to find out what else you're consuming when biting into an apple. 部 非 1.2 The U.S. uses 1.2 billion pounds of pesticides a year, but only a mere .01 percent actually reach the intended target: the bugs. The rest ends up contaminating our food, air and water. BILLION POUNDS The Real Health Risks Associated with Pesticides Because pesticides end up virtually everywhere instead of staying where they're supposed to, their existence in our environment has been linked to the following health problems: Skin, eye, and lung irritation Hormone disruption which can lead as well as other health concerns to early onset puberty Brain and nervous system toxicity Cancer Blood disorders* Children living in the areas with heavy pesticide use had strikingly impaired hand-eye coordination, decreased physical stamina, short-term memory impairment, and trouble drawing. Birth defects/ toxicity to a fetus* Nerve disorders* Reproduction effects* -According to a study by The Natural Resource Defense Council *Categorized as a possible chronic effect from repeated exposure to pesticides. Who Is Most at Risk? 网 风 Those who regularly eat food grown with pesticides are at the highest risk of developing health problems, as well as farmers, those who live downwind or downstream of sprayed croplands; and infants and young children (because their bodies are still developing) The Naked Truth The Environmental Working Group (EWG) found at least one pesticide on 63 percent of the produce sample size they analyzed–even after it was properly washed. In addition, 10 percent of the sample had residue from five or more various pesticides. 63% Residue of various pesticides Pesticide Here is a list of fruit and vegetables with the most heaviest pesticide residue: Fruit and Veggies Treated with the Most Pesticides 97 pesticides 57 pesticides 56 pesticides Hot peppers 68 pesticides 51 pesticides : Cucumber 66 pesticides Greens (kale and collard) Peaches Apples Raspberries Highest Number of Pesticides Still Present on a Single Sample A 97.8% 97.2% 96% 92.9% 91.4% Apples Imported plums Celery Cilantro Potatoes Number of Different Pesticides Still Present on a Single Sample 14 13 13 11 10 Imported grapes Sweet bell реppers Greens (kale and collard) Domestic grapes Strawberries Data is based on analysis by the U.S. Department of Agriculture as well as the Food and Drug Administration, which tested these foods for pesticide presence 51,000 times from 2000 to 2009. Nearly all produce was rinsed or peeled prior to testing. The Good News Here is a list of fruit and vegetables that receive the least amount of pesticides. Veggies Fruit ONION SWEET POTATO PINEAPPLE WATERMELON SWEET CORN MUSHROOM AVOCADO GRAPEFRUIT ASPARAGUS EGGPLANT MANGO KIWI SWEET PEA САВВAGE MAKING BETTER CHOICES Living Organic or-gan-ic Adjective / ôr'ganik/ of, relating to, yielding, or involving the use of food produced with the use of feed or fertilizer of plant or animal origin without employment of chemically formulated fertilizers, growth stimulants, antibiotics, or pesticides. Eating organic produce is the best way to eliminate the harmful effects of pesticides on the health of you and your family. Food that is grown without chemicals is the healthiest diet you can feed your body, and doing so0 can nourish your health and mind. Shop Locally: Examples of Best Practices of Your Neighborhood Farmer Sustainable farming-using manure for productivity as an organic fertilizer. Balanced soil-using crop Organic-the crops are raised au natural rotation to improve fertility, instead of chemicals. Next time a farmers' market hits your neighborhood, check out their supply to find healthier choices for your family's diet. Brought to you by: SOURCES: NRDC.ORG, EWG.ORG, WORLDWATCH.ORG, CARE2.COM, RAW-WISDOM.COM ecomom www.ecomom.com ...... ....... FRUIT, VEGGIES, AND PESTICIDES? We know a healthy diet requires a lot of fresh fruit and vegetables, but these seemingly healthy choices may instead be full of pesticides! Take a look below to find out what else you're consuming when biting into an apple. 部 非 1.2 The U.S. uses 1.2 billion pounds of pesticides a year, but only a mere .01 percent actually reach the intended target: the bugs. The rest ends up contaminating our food, air and water. BILLION POUNDS The Real Health Risks Associated with Pesticides Because pesticides end up virtually everywhere instead of staying where they're supposed to, their existence in our environment has been linked to the following health problems: Skin, eye, and lung irritation Hormone disruption which can lead as well as other health concerns to early onset puberty Brain and nervous system toxicity Cancer Blood disorders* Children living in the areas with heavy pesticide use had strikingly impaired hand-eye coordination, decreased physical stamina, short-term memory impairment, and trouble drawing. Birth defects/ toxicity to a fetus* Nerve disorders* Reproduction effects* -According to a study by The Natural Resource Defense Council *Categorized as a possible chronic effect from repeated exposure to pesticides. Who Is Most at Risk? 网 风 Those who regularly eat food grown with pesticides are at the highest risk of developing health problems, as well as farmers, those who live downwind or downstream of sprayed croplands; and infants and young children (because their bodies are still developing) The Naked Truth The Environmental Working Group (EWG) found at least one pesticide on 63 percent of the produce sample size they analyzed–even after it was properly washed. In addition, 10 percent of the sample had residue from five or more various pesticides. 63% Residue of various pesticides Pesticide Here is a list of fruit and vegetables with the most heaviest pesticide residue: Fruit and Veggies Treated with the Most Pesticides 97 pesticides 57 pesticides 56 pesticides Hot peppers 68 pesticides 51 pesticides : Cucumber 66 pesticides Greens (kale and collard) Peaches Apples Raspberries Highest Number of Pesticides Still Present on a Single Sample A 97.8% 97.2% 96% 92.9% 91.4% Apples Imported plums Celery Cilantro Potatoes Number of Different Pesticides Still Present on a Single Sample 14 13 13 11 10 Imported grapes Sweet bell реppers Greens (kale and collard) Domestic grapes Strawberries Data is based on analysis by the U.S. Department of Agriculture as well as the Food and Drug Administration, which tested these foods for pesticide presence 51,000 times from 2000 to 2009. Nearly all produce was rinsed or peeled prior to testing. The Good News Here is a list of fruit and vegetables that receive the least amount of pesticides. Veggies Fruit ONION SWEET POTATO PINEAPPLE WATERMELON SWEET CORN MUSHROOM AVOCADO GRAPEFRUIT ASPARAGUS EGGPLANT MANGO KIWI SWEET PEA САВВAGE MAKING BETTER CHOICES Living Organic or-gan-ic Adjective / ôr'ganik/ of, relating to, yielding, or involving the use of food produced with the use of feed or fertilizer of plant or animal origin without employment of chemically formulated fertilizers, growth stimulants, antibiotics, or pesticides. Eating organic produce is the best way to eliminate the harmful effects of pesticides on the health of you and your family. Food that is grown without chemicals is the healthiest diet you can feed your body, and doing so0 can nourish your health and mind. Shop Locally: Examples of Best Practices of Your Neighborhood Farmer Sustainable farming-using manure for productivity as an organic fertilizer. Balanced soil-using crop Organic-the crops are raised au natural rotation to improve fertility, instead of chemicals. Next time a farmers' market hits your neighborhood, check out their supply to find healthier choices for your family's diet. Brought to you by: SOURCES: NRDC.ORG, EWG.ORG, WORLDWATCH.ORG, CARE2.COM, RAW-WISDOM.COM ecomom www.ecomom.com ...... ....... FRUIT, VEGGIES, AND PESTICIDES? We know a healthy diet requires a lot of fresh fruit and vegetables, but these seemingly healthy choices may instead be full of pesticides! Take a look below to find out what else you're consuming when biting into an apple. 部 非 1.2 The U.S. uses 1.2 billion pounds of pesticides a year, but only a mere .01 percent actually reach the intended target: the bugs. The rest ends up contaminating our food, air and water. BILLION POUNDS The Real Health Risks Associated with Pesticides Because pesticides end up virtually everywhere instead of staying where they're supposed to, their existence in our environment has been linked to the following health problems: Skin, eye, and lung irritation Hormone disruption which can lead as well as other health concerns to early onset puberty Brain and nervous system toxicity Cancer Blood disorders* Children living in the areas with heavy pesticide use had strikingly impaired hand-eye coordination, decreased physical stamina, short-term memory impairment, and trouble drawing. Birth defects/ toxicity to a fetus* Nerve disorders* Reproduction effects* -According to a study by The Natural Resource Defense Council *Categorized as a possible chronic effect from repeated exposure to pesticides. Who Is Most at Risk? 网 风 Those who regularly eat food grown with pesticides are at the highest risk of developing health problems, as well as farmers, those who live downwind or downstream of sprayed croplands; and infants and young children (because their bodies are still developing) The Naked Truth The Environmental Working Group (EWG) found at least one pesticide on 63 percent of the produce sample size they analyzed–even after it was properly washed. In addition, 10 percent of the sample had residue from five or more various pesticides. 63% Residue of various pesticides Pesticide Here is a list of fruit and vegetables with the most heaviest pesticide residue: Fruit and Veggies Treated with the Most Pesticides 97 pesticides 57 pesticides 56 pesticides Hot peppers 68 pesticides 51 pesticides : Cucumber 66 pesticides Greens (kale and collard) Peaches Apples Raspberries Highest Number of Pesticides Still Present on a Single Sample A 97.8% 97.2% 96% 92.9% 91.4% Apples Imported plums Celery Cilantro Potatoes Number of Different Pesticides Still Present on a Single Sample 14 13 13 11 10 Imported grapes Sweet bell реppers Greens (kale and collard) Domestic grapes Strawberries Data is based on analysis by the U.S. Department of Agriculture as well as the Food and Drug Administration, which tested these foods for pesticide presence 51,000 times from 2000 to 2009. Nearly all produce was rinsed or peeled prior to testing. The Good News Here is a list of fruit and vegetables that receive the least amount of pesticides. Veggies Fruit ONION SWEET POTATO PINEAPPLE WATERMELON SWEET CORN MUSHROOM AVOCADO GRAPEFRUIT ASPARAGUS EGGPLANT MANGO KIWI SWEET PEA САВВAGE MAKING BETTER CHOICES Living Organic or-gan-ic Adjective / ôr'ganik/ of, relating to, yielding, or involving the use of food produced with the use of feed or fertilizer of plant or animal origin without employment of chemically formulated fertilizers, growth stimulants, antibiotics, or pesticides. Eating organic produce is the best way to eliminate the harmful effects of pesticides on the health of you and your family. Food that is grown without chemicals is the healthiest diet you can feed your body, and doing so0 can nourish your health and mind. Shop Locally: Examples of Best Practices of Your Neighborhood Farmer Sustainable farming-using manure for productivity as an organic fertilizer. Balanced soil-using crop Organic-the crops are raised au natural rotation to improve fertility, instead of chemicals. Next time a farmers' market hits your neighborhood, check out their supply to find healthier choices for your family's diet. Brought to you by: SOURCES: NRDC.ORG, EWG.ORG, WORLDWATCH.ORG, CARE2.COM, RAW-WISDOM.COM ecomom www.ecomom.com ...... ....... FRUIT, VEGGIES, AND PESTICIDES? We know a healthy diet requires a lot of fresh fruit and vegetables, but these seemingly healthy choices may instead be full of pesticides! Take a look below to find out what else you're consuming when biting into an apple. 部 非 1.2 The U.S. uses 1.2 billion pounds of pesticides a year, but only a mere .01 percent actually reach the intended target: the bugs. The rest ends up contaminating our food, air and water. BILLION POUNDS The Real Health Risks Associated with Pesticides Because pesticides end up virtually everywhere instead of staying where they're supposed to, their existence in our environment has been linked to the following health problems: Skin, eye, and lung irritation Hormone disruption which can lead as well as other health concerns to early onset puberty Brain and nervous system toxicity Cancer Blood disorders* Children living in the areas with heavy pesticide use had strikingly impaired hand-eye coordination, decreased physical stamina, short-term memory impairment, and trouble drawing. Birth defects/ toxicity to a fetus* Nerve disorders* Reproduction effects* -According to a study by The Natural Resource Defense Council *Categorized as a possible chronic effect from repeated exposure to pesticides. Who Is Most at Risk? 网 风 Those who regularly eat food grown with pesticides are at the highest risk of developing health problems, as well as farmers, those who live downwind or downstream of sprayed croplands; and infants and young children (because their bodies are still developing) The Naked Truth The Environmental Working Group (EWG) found at least one pesticide on 63 percent of the produce sample size they analyzed–even after it was properly washed. In addition, 10 percent of the sample had residue from five or more various pesticides. 63% Residue of various pesticides Pesticide Here is a list of fruit and vegetables with the most heaviest pesticide residue: Fruit and Veggies Treated with the Most Pesticides 97 pesticides 57 pesticides 56 pesticides Hot peppers 68 pesticides 51 pesticides : Cucumber 66 pesticides Greens (kale and collard) Peaches Apples Raspberries Highest Number of Pesticides Still Present on a Single Sample A 97.8% 97.2% 96% 92.9% 91.4% Apples Imported plums Celery Cilantro Potatoes Number of Different Pesticides Still Present on a Single Sample 14 13 13 11 10 Imported grapes Sweet bell реppers Greens (kale and collard) Domestic grapes Strawberries Data is based on analysis by the U.S. Department of Agriculture as well as the Food and Drug Administration, which tested these foods for pesticide presence 51,000 times from 2000 to 2009. Nearly all produce was rinsed or peeled prior to testing. The Good News Here is a list of fruit and vegetables that receive the least amount of pesticides. Veggies Fruit ONION SWEET POTATO PINEAPPLE WATERMELON SWEET CORN MUSHROOM AVOCADO GRAPEFRUIT ASPARAGUS EGGPLANT MANGO KIWI SWEET PEA САВВAGE MAKING BETTER CHOICES Living Organic or-gan-ic Adjective / ôr'ganik/ of, relating to, yielding, or involving the use of food produced with the use of feed or fertilizer of plant or animal origin without employment of chemically formulated fertilizers, growth stimulants, antibiotics, or pesticides. Eating organic produce is the best way to eliminate the harmful effects of pesticides on the health of you and your family. Food that is grown without chemicals is the healthiest diet you can feed your body, and doing so0 can nourish your health and mind. Shop Locally: Examples of Best Practices of Your Neighborhood Farmer Sustainable farming-using manure for productivity as an organic fertilizer. Balanced soil-using crop Organic-the crops are raised au natural rotation to improve fertility, instead of chemicals. Next time a farmers' market hits your neighborhood, check out their supply to find healthier choices for your family's diet. Brought to you by: SOURCES: NRDC.ORG, EWG.ORG, WORLDWATCH.ORG, CARE2.COM, RAW-WISDOM.COM ecomom www.ecomom.com ...... ....... FRUIT, VEGGIES, AND PESTICIDES? We know a healthy diet requires a lot of fresh fruit and vegetables, but these seemingly healthy choices may instead be full of pesticides! Take a look below to find out what else you're consuming when biting into an apple. 部 非 1.2 The U.S. uses 1.2 billion pounds of pesticides a year, but only a mere .01 percent actually reach the intended target: the bugs. The rest ends up contaminating our food, air and water. BILLION POUNDS The Real Health Risks Associated with Pesticides Because pesticides end up virtually everywhere instead of staying where they're supposed to, their existence in our environment has been linked to the following health problems: Skin, eye, and lung irritation Hormone disruption which can lead as well as other health concerns to early onset puberty Brain and nervous system toxicity Cancer Blood disorders* Children living in the areas with heavy pesticide use had strikingly impaired hand-eye coordination, decreased physical stamina, short-term memory impairment, and trouble drawing. Birth defects/ toxicity to a fetus* Nerve disorders* Reproduction effects* -According to a study by The Natural Resource Defense Council *Categorized as a possible chronic effect from repeated exposure to pesticides. Who Is Most at Risk? 网 风 Those who regularly eat food grown with pesticides are at the highest risk of developing health problems, as well as farmers, those who live downwind or downstream of sprayed croplands; and infants and young children (because their bodies are still developing) The Naked Truth The Environmental Working Group (EWG) found at least one pesticide on 63 percent of the produce sample size they analyzed–even after it was properly washed. In addition, 10 percent of the sample had residue from five or more various pesticides. 63% Residue of various pesticides Pesticide Here is a list of fruit and vegetables with the most heaviest pesticide residue: Fruit and Veggies Treated with the Most Pesticides 97 pesticides 57 pesticides 56 pesticides Hot peppers 68 pesticides 51 pesticides : Cucumber 66 pesticides Greens (kale and collard) Peaches Apples Raspberries Highest Number of Pesticides Still Present on a Single Sample A 97.8% 97.2% 96% 92.9% 91.4% Apples Imported plums Celery Cilantro Potatoes Number of Different Pesticides Still Present on a Single Sample 14 13 13 11 10 Imported grapes Sweet bell реppers Greens (kale and collard) Domestic grapes Strawberries Data is based on analysis by the U.S. Department of Agriculture as well as the Food and Drug Administration, which tested these foods for pesticide presence 51,000 times from 2000 to 2009. Nearly all produce was rinsed or peeled prior to testing. The Good News Here is a list of fruit and vegetables that receive the least amount of pesticides. Veggies Fruit ONION SWEET POTATO PINEAPPLE WATERMELON SWEET CORN MUSHROOM AVOCADO GRAPEFRUIT ASPARAGUS EGGPLANT MANGO KIWI SWEET PEA САВВAGE MAKING BETTER CHOICES Living Organic or-gan-ic Adjective / ôr'ganik/ of, relating to, yielding, or involving the use of food produced with the use of feed or fertilizer of plant or animal origin without employment of chemically formulated fertilizers, growth stimulants, antibiotics, or pesticides. Eating organic produce is the best way to eliminate the harmful effects of pesticides on the health of you and your family. Food that is grown without chemicals is the healthiest diet you can feed your body, and doing so0 can nourish your health and mind. Shop Locally: Examples of Best Practices of Your Neighborhood Farmer Sustainable farming-using manure for productivity as an organic fertilizer. Balanced soil-using crop Organic-the crops are raised au natural rotation to improve fertility, instead of chemicals. Next time a farmers' market hits your neighborhood, check out their supply to find healthier choices for your family's diet. Brought to you by: SOURCES: NRDC.ORG, EWG.ORG, WORLDWATCH.ORG, CARE2.COM, RAW-WISDOM.COM ecomom www.ecomom.com ...... .......

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