Which Fruits and Veggies to Buy Organic? | Healthy Nest Nutrition

A Homemade Wash for Your Fruits + Veggies

My preferred fruit and veggie soak and rinse that is effective for removing common pesticide residuals, including some of the really bad ones (DDT), is a combo of baking soda and white vinegar.

Make Your Own

1. Fill your sink with water. Add ¼ cup of baking soda and ¼ cup white vinegar. Add any veggies and only fruits that have thick enough skin so the vinegar taste won’t penetrate (berries aren’t great here, but apples, etc. are ok).
2. Soak for 20 minutes and then rinse.

The term organic means that synthetic pesticides were not used in the grow process. This reduces pesticide exposure and has health benefits. Synthetic pesticides are linked to health challenges, according to a big study in France. Trials show that people who switch from eating produce that conventional to organic see a big reduction in urinary pesticide concentrations. Also, other studies show lower levels of urinary pesticide levels improves fertility outcomes, reduces BMI, and Type 2 diabetes. It’s better for you.