Strawberries and spinach continue to top the annual list of the “Dirty Dozen” fruits and veggies that contain the highest levels of pesticides, followed by three greens – kale, collard and mustard – nectarines, apples, grapes, and bell and hot … Continue reading
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EWG’s Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce
99 Percent of Non-Organic Raisins Tainted With at Least Two Chemicals Nearly 70 percent of the fresh produce sold in the U.S. contains residues of potentially harmful chemical pesticides, according to EWG’s analysis of the latest test data from the … Continue reading
Should I Be Concerned About Pesticides in My Coffee?
Why you should check your coffee label twice. For most North Americans, waking up with a fresh cup of coffee is the only way to get out of bed. But next to organic strawberries and organic cereal, you might be … Continue reading
The Simple and Proven Way to Get Pesticides Out of Your Body
Michelle Schoffro Cook October 11, 2015 If you’re like most people you’re probably concerned about the quantity and types of toxic chemicals you’re coming into contact with regularly. And, for good reason: we’ve never in human history been bombarded … Continue reading
Study of Organic Crops Finds Fewer Pesticides and More Antioxidants
By KENNETH CHANG JULY 11, 2014 Adding fuel to the debates over the merits of organic food, a comprehensive review of earlier studies found substantially higher levels of antioxidants and lower levels of pesticides in organic fruits, vegetables … Continue reading
More Pesticides Linked to Parkinson’s Risk
Study also found that genes affect the level of risk WebMD News from HealthDay By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Feb. 3, 2014 (HealthDay News) – Researchers say they’ve identified a number of common pesticides that increase the risk of … Continue reading
Study Links Food Allergies To Pesticides In Tap Water
By Alexandra Sifferlin Dec. 03, 2012Is our drinking water making us sick?Over the past 20 years, the number of people allergic to milk, eggs, wheat nuts and shellfish has soared, jumping by 18% between 1997 and 2007, according … Continue reading
Foods that Contain the Highest Amount of Pesticides
By Jordan Miller Guest Writer for Wake Up World 6th April 2012 Much of the produce that is sold today in supermarkets is supplied from farmers who practice conventional farming methods. In other words, the produce has been grown using … Continue reading
Vitamin Deficiencies Can Mess With Your Mental Health
There are mood-related signs you’re low on nutrients like vitamin D. Here’s how to tell and what to do about it. You’d be hard-pressed not to stumble on a social media #ad for vitamin packs. Trendy supplement brands like Ritual … Continue reading
15 Healthy Choices To Help You Be Your Best Self
How Many Of These Healthy Habits Have You Incorporated Into Your Lifestyle? Take the Stairs instead of the elevator Find Something Active You Enjoy and stay active Read Labels and be on guard for less than healthy ingredients … Continue reading
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