Cut back on foods made with chemical additives and artificial flavors and colors, which have been linked to everything from allergies to cancer.
Forego foods made with trans fats. They create free radicals in the body, which have been linked to cancer, heart disease and other conditions.
MInimize use of artificial sweeteners, many of which have not been proven safe for extended use or in combination with other chemical compounds.
Drink filtered water. Many studies show that tap water, particularly when filtered, is as good as or better than many bottled waters. To check the quality of the tap water in your area, contact your local health department or visit www.epa.gov/safewater.
Refrigerate oils to keep them from turning rancid.
Store and heat foodsin glass containers, rather than plastic or styrene, to prevent chemicals from leeching into foods.
Avoid overcooked meats. They contain heterocyclic amines (HCAs), which have been linked to cancer.
| The Cleanest 12 (lowest in pesticides) | The Dirty Dozen (buy these organic) |
| Asparagus Avocados Bananas Broccoli Cabbage Kiwi Mangoes Onions Papaya Pineapples Sweet corn Sweet peas | Apples Celery Cherries Imported grapes Lettuce Nectarines Peaches Pears Potatoes Spinach Strawberries Sweet bell peppers |
I found this information for the "Experience Life" Magazine. It was great information to help cut back on toxins. I also am always confused on what fruits and veggies to buy organic and this "Dirty Dozen" list helps me to know! Hope you found this info useful!!
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