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4 foods you don’t have to buy organicAuthor: Jessica
06.18.2012
We don’t want to steer you away from purchasing organic food. It’s one of the best ways to keep your microbiome stable. Organics are also filled with more nutrition – keeping your wellness at the maximum level. But if you’re budget-minded, you may be able to browse over a few expensive organics and buy conventional versions at the grocery. Of course, we support farmers markets and other locally grown produce, but here are six items you can skimp on:
Avocados These delectable fruits are filled with monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, making them great to add into your daily dishes. But organic versions can increase your grocery bill. Because they have a thick skin, pesticides are less likely to get into the meat of the fruit, so you can get by with going conventional. Just make sure to rinse it off before you slice into it. Spices Any spices are good to go non-organic. Unless you’re consuming large amounts, the risk of pesticides is very minimal, says the Environmental Working Group. Eggs Eggs can be OK if they aren’t organic. If you buy them from your local farmers market, chances are they were grown with organic standards in mind anyway. Talk to your farmers and see how they were grown. The chickens generally aren’t given hormones or antibiotics. Onions According to the EWG, onions are extremely low in pesticides. That means that you can get away with going conventional on these delicious vegetables. For more information on buying organic foods, check out the EWG’s shopper’s guide to pesticides in produce. To learn more about organic living, wellness and internal cleansing, contact us today at one of our two Los Angeles Spas: Palos Verdes Spa – 310-392-9190 Santa Monica Spa – 310-399-1722 Leave a Reply |