- Protect the health of children
- Look after your own health
- Safeguard the health of farm workers
- Preserve the soil
- Protect the water
- Conserve resources
- Fight global warming
Thoroughly washing conventional produce and trimming away peels will help minimize chemical residue while still retaining a high level of nutrients. If organic foods don’t fit into your budget or lifestyle, don’t worry. Most health authorities report that the health benefits that come from eating fruits and vegetables outweigh concerns of pesticide use. Whether you select organic or conventionally grown produce, eating nine to thirteen servings of fruits and vegetables each day is still the healthiest way to get the vitamins, minerals and fiber you need as a preventive health measure.
