The Dirty Dozen: Which Fruits And Veggies Have The Most Pesticides?

Tuesday, June 19, 2012 The Dirty Dozen: Which Fruits And Veggies Have The Most Pesticides? For the eighth year in a row, the nonprofit advocacy organization Environmental Working Group has released their list of the twelve most pesticide-laden fruits and vegetables on the market as part of their 2012 Shoppers Guide. Overall, they found that 68 percent of the food samples tested had detectable pesticide residues -- even after they had been washed or peeled. Many of the fruits and vegetables listed this year will look familiar to those who follow the yearly report -- apples, celery and bell peppers once again top the list. Jack Osbourne And 12 Other Famous Faces Touched By Multiple Sclerosis Fix Your Form: How To Do The Perfect Bridge Why You Should Practice Being Optimistic Do You Have A Cold Without Even Knowing It? BLOG POSTS David Katz, M.D.: Can You Be Selfless And Selfish? I was privileged and honored to deliver the keynote address recently at a local high school graduation. My marching orders were to deliver a generally inspiring exhortation on being selfless and giving back in seven minutes or less. Victoria Moran: The Vibrant Vegan Life Of An Obesity Survivor I'm not perfect, but what's wonderful about eating a plant-based diet is, I don't have to be. What has happened over the years is that feeling good has become its own addiction. I like it. I want to feel even better. Gayatri Devi, M.D.: The Calm Brain: How To Relax Without Drugs Tapping into the vagus nerve helps us achieve both brain and body health, which is the right balance between relaxation and stress. But how do we tap into the vagus and increase its activity? Christy Matta, M.A.: 8 Facts About Anger When left unattended, strong emotions can lead to destructive behaviors. Attending to times that you feel hurt, belittled, let down, disrespected, insulted or threatened is key to dealing with the anger that often comes from those experiences.

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