Non-Organic Fruits and Vegetables

We all know that Organic Fruits and Organic vegetables can be very costly. Just about everyone is living on a limited budget and grocery shopping can be a chore for some. I know for me. When grocery shopping for fresh produce, I always strive to buy Organic or I will do without a certain fruit or vegetable if it not Organic. Recently I did some research and found out that there are fruits and vegetables that contain high amounts of pesticides and some that have less. The thin skinned type can easily absorb pesticides. Among them are peaches, nectarines, potatoes,celery, peas, apples, grapes, spinach, all lettuces, peppers, tomatoes, and cherries. If it posses a thin skin, you can say that it have a higher concentration of pesticides. I also did some research and found out you can reduce some residue and bacteria. Mix one half water and one half vinegar(preferably organic) in a bowl and soak the fruit or vegetable for a minute or so and rinse.
Thick skin fruit and vegetables have the least amount of pesticides. Bananas, pineapples, avocados, broccoli, cauliflower, kiwi, onions, garlic, melons, mangoes, corn, citrus fruits, and papayas which to name a few. All of these have a stronger protective barrier that allow less pesticides to penetrate. When removing pesticides from this type of produce, mix the vinegar and water in a spray bottle. Spray the solution on the produce. Rub in and rinse. This rinse is also great to remove wax like on apples.

For me Organic Living is like taking baby steps. It is a choice that I have made for my health and well being. I will continue to research and take in account of what others have to say. Always remember you are never too young or too old to change for the best!

Wishing you well,
Sherlyn Edmonson
http://www.organicpurelynatural.com/