093 The Dirty Dozen Fruits and Veggies 2019

The "Dirty Dozen" are those fruits and vegetables that contain so much pesticides that organic is highly recommended. And the list in 2019 includes some surprises!I also discuss the Clean 15, those most likely to be pesticide free in non-organic form.Lots of interesting health factoids in this podcast, including:-70% of non-organic samples tested contained at least one pesticide, and many contained multiple pesticides.-one Kale sample had 18 different types of pesticides in it!-many of these results are disturbing and many of these chemicals are banned for use on food in other countries.-The United States Department of Agriculture tests found 225 different pesticides and pesticide breakdown products on thousands of produce samples analyzed.Environmental Working group analyzed USDA pesticide residue data and found that almost 70 percent of non-organic produce sampled tested positive for pesticide contamination.More than 90 percent of samples of strawberries, apples, cherries, spinach, nectarines and kale tested positive for residues of two or more pesticides-60% of kale samples tested contained Dacthal, a potentially carcinogenic pesticide that's banned in Europe. It's use is legal in the US on Kale, Broccoli, Sweet Potatoes, Eggplant and Turnips.-The problem can't be washed away. Systemic pesticides are inside the produce and can't be washed away.Listen in to learn how you can stay pesticide free and eat healthy fruits and veggies. See all episode artwork, links and notes at:https://blog.dirobi.comThis show is for informational purposes only. None of the information in this podcast should be construed as dispensing medical advice. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.Find episode links, notes and artwork at:https://blog.dirobi.comThis show is for informational purposes only. None of the information in this podcast should be construed as dispensing medical advice. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.