When Organic Isn’t an Option
Written by Heather Lounsbury, L.Ac.
Created Monday, 05 March 2012
You want to know what I hear when I recommend buying organic? “It’s so much more expensive!” Patients of mine who don’t live in Southern California also say, “It’s impossible to find in winter.”
When it comes to produce, some non-organic options are safer than others. Please use this list when doing your shopping.
The 12 Most Contaminated, AKA The Dirty Dozen
- Peaches
- Apples
- Bell Peppers
- Celery
- Nectarines
- Strawberries
- Cherries
- Pears
- Grapes
- Spinach
- Lettuce
- Potatoes
The 12 Least Contaminated
- Onions
- Avocado
- Sweet Corn
- Pineapples
- Mango
- Asparagus
- Sweet Peas
- Kiwi Fruit
- Bananas
- Cabbage
- Broccoli
- Papaya
Asking your grocer to carry more organic, local options will encourage them to supply the demand. As the demand grows, more farmers will listen.
This article originally appeared on the Live Natural Live Well website
Heather Lounsbury, L.Ac., is a leading healthcare advisor and acupuncturist based in Los Angeles, California, USA. See Heather's website Live Natural Live Well to keep up to date with her work and to follow her natural therapies BLOG. Heather can be CONTACTED for in-person or Skype consultations.
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