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When it comes to eating healthy, the emphasis goes beyond just carbs, fat, protein, and calories. It even goes beyond food groups!<\/h5>\n
When you make the conscious decision to start eating healthier foods, it\u2019s important to pay attention to what\u2019s in your food.<\/h5>\n
Did you know that the nutritional value of most our produce has decreased<\/a> over the last few decades? The food we eat no longer gives us the nourishment it used to, requiring us to seek other sources of vital nutrients.<\/h5>\n
This is due to the increasingly more common use of pesticides and genetically modified foods (GMOs).<\/h5>\n
I recently heard someone making a comment about how there was no difference in taste between organic and conventional produce and thus it wasn\u2019t worth the money. I then realized that there is a misconception among some of us regarding what organic really means. Organic doesn\u2019t necessarily mean a better taste (although in some cases you might feel the difference), but a healthier option due to being pesticides and GMO free.<\/span><\/h5>\n
The benefits of eating organic go way beyond taste.\u00a0Most foods are much better for your body, on multiple levels, when purchased organic. They\u2019re closer to the earth and more care has been taken to ensure that they\u2019re raised in a natural setting.<\/h5>\n

Beware These Foods: The Dirty Dozen<\/span><\/h4>\n
These foods have been named as the most likely<\/a> to be contaminated by pesticides. If you\u2019re on a budget, these are the foods you want to prioritize buying organic.<\/h5>\n
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  1. \n
    Peaches<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
  2. \n
    Apples<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
  3. \n
    Sweet Bell Peppers<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
  4. \n
    Celery<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
  5. \n
    Nectarines<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
  6. \n
    Strawberries<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
  7. \n
    Cherries<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
  8. \n
    Pears<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
  9. \n
    Grapes (Imported from elsewhere)<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
  10. \n
    Spinach<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
  11. \n
    Lettuce<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
  12. \n
    Potatoes<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Safer Bets: The Clean Fifteen<\/span><\/h4>\n
    These foods are the least likely to contain pesticides, according to the President\u2019s Cancer Panel<\/a>. Because of their many layers and rough outer skin, these foods are less likely to be toxic when bought conventional.<\/h5>\n
      \n
    1. \n
      Onions<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
    2. \n
      Avocados<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
    3. \n
      Sweet corn<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
    4. \n
      Pineapples<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
    5. \n
      Mango<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
    6. \n
      Sweet peas<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
    7. \n
      Asparagus<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
    8. \n
      Kiwi fruit<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
    9. \n
      Cabbage<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
    10. \n
      Eggplant<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
    11. \n
      Cantaloupe<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
    12. \n
      Watermelon<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
    13. \n
      Grapefruit<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
    14. \n
      Sweet potatoes (also known as yams)<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n
    15. \n
      Sweet onions<\/h5>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Guidelines for Staying Safe When Buying Food<\/span><\/h4>\n
      If you\u2019re not able to purchase organic at a grocery store, farmer\u2019s markets are a great alternative. Local farmers aren\u2019t subjected to the same large-scale requirements of a corporate or a farm subsidized by the government. They\u2019re usually more likely to use fewer pesticides and more natural methods when growing foods. Often, these small farmers carry organic produce, even if the label itself doesn’t say \u201corganic.\u201d<\/h5>\n
      It\u2019s also easier to buy foods that are in season if you have local sources. Farmers want to ensure that their stock doesn\u2019t go bad before the next crop comes to flower. Eating seasonally is also statistically the best way to avoid food that has been genetically altered to remain fresh longer<\/a>.<\/h5>\n
      How about you? Where do you buy food in your neighborhood? Do you typically buy organic food? Why? Share your thoughts\u00a0in the comments below! I’d love to hear from you!<\/h5>\n
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      \u00a0GET EVEN HEALTHIER!<\/span><\/h4>\n
      Are you curious about how you could make simple tweaks to your diet and lifestyle so you feel and look your best? Let’s talk!\u00a0Schedule a complimentary health coaching consultation <\/a>with me today\u2014or pass this offer on to someone you care about!<\/h5>\n

      ABOUT ME<\/span><\/h4>\n
      A cancer survivor and holistic health enthusiast, I am a firm believer that what we feed our body and soul has a huge impact on our overall well-being. Therefore, I advocate for an integrative approach that focuses not only on nutrition, but on self-care and lifestyle choices in a bio-individual way.<\/h5>\n
      Learn more about\u00a0my training<\/a>\u00a0and my unique approach to\u00a0health coaching<\/a>.<\/h5>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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