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RomanCatholic1953 · « **on:** March 22, 2019, 09:13:48 PM »

70% Of Produce Sold In US Is Contaminated With Pesticides, Even After You Wash It Posted: 21 Mar 2019 07:29 AM PDTBy Elias Marat

If you’re buying fresh fruits and vegetables in the United States, 70 percent of it will carry pesticide residues on it even after you’ve washed it, according to a new study from a widely-respected health advocacy group.
The Environmental Working Group’s annual analysis of U.S. Department of Agriculture data offers grim evidence of the over-saturation of pesticides and toxic chemicals in conventional agriculture in the United States, with top crops such as spinach and strawberries counting among the most contaminated produce.
The group hopes the report will inform shoppers of the risks inherent in buying and consuming conventionally-grown produce versus organic fruits and vegetables.

Most surprisingly, kale–that trendy dark green superfood that’s risen to the top of health-conscious grocers’ lists in the past decade–is among the top three contaminated fruits and vegetables, with 92 percent of non-organic kale containing residues from at least two or more pesticides. Some kale sampled carried the residue of no less than 18 different types of pesticides.
In a statement, EWG toxicologist Alexis Temkin said:

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“We were surprised kale had so many pesticides on it, but the test results were unequivocal … Fruits and vegetables are an important part of everyone’s diet, and when it comes to some conventionally grown produce items, such as kale, choosing organic may be a better option.”

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Both spinach and kale carried between 10 to 80 percent more pesticide residue by sheer weight than any other crop, respectively ranking second and third on the “dirty dozen” list of popular vegetables carrying the most pesticides.
Strawberries lead the pack, containing an average of nearly 8 different pesticides per sample–a shocking figure when considering that the average U.S. resident consumes around eight pounds of fresh strawberries per year.
Strawberry growers in regions across the west coast dump vast amounts of pesticides and poisonous gases on fields to make them safe for strawberry cultivation before further exposing crops to fumigation. The use of toxic pesticides in agricultural communities has seen California cities such as Oxnard, Santa Maria and Watsonville face mounting numbers of respiratory disorders, birth defects and illnesses, particularly by farm workers and neighborhoods near the fields.

And while the European Union has banned many of the pesticides used by U.S. strawberry growers, lobbyists from corporations like Dow Chemical Company have ensured that government turns a blind eye to the overuse of carcinogenic pesticides.
The EWG also noted that over “90 percent of samples of strawberries, apples, cherries, spinach, nectarines and kale tested positive for residues of two or more pesticides.”
All nutritional experts and scientists agree that people benefit from a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, as well as fresh produce–be it organic or conventional, depending on people’s budgetary constraints.
Yet the continued excessive usage of pesticides–largely by big food manufacturers and growers seeking to minimize costs–has made it difficult for health experts and regulatory bodies to accurately gauge the extent of pesticide exposure in our day-to-day lives, let alone to understand how the combinations of chemicals we’re exposed to can affect our bodies.
EWG research analyst Carla Burns noted:
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The main route of pesticide exposure for most Americans who do not live or work on or near farms is through their diet … Studies have shown that eating fruits and vegetables free of pesticides benefits health, and this is especially important for pregnant women and children

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Yet the researcher noted that regardless of the grim findings from the EWG study, “the health benefits of a diet rich in fruits and vegetables outweigh the risks of pesticide exposure.”
EWG’s “Dirty Dozen” for 2019 is:
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Strawberries
Spinach
Kale
Nectarines
Apples
Grapes
Peaches
Cherries
Pears
Tomatoes
Celery
Potatoes

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This article was sourced from The Mind Unleashed
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Protein Alternatives: 15 options for non-meat eaters
Posted: 21 Mar 2019 07:19 AM PDT

Not everyone is a meat eater, but everyone needs protein. Every single cell in the body contains protein and the body needs the macronutrient to repair and replenish all cells. Hair, skin, muscles, and nails are all made of this necessary component. It is a source the body needs for blood health and for its role with hormones. Generally, an adult needs 10-35% of their total calories from protein. Therefore if we need it and you don’t eat meat which is the most common source of protein, how can you obtain this nutrient?? The following is a list of 15 protein alternative to meat:

Nuts – These have between 5-6 grams of protein per ounce. Different types include nut butters, walnuts, almonds, cashews, peanuts, and pine nuts.
Seeds – These include sesame and sunflower which have about 5-6 grams of protein per ounce.
Tempeh – This source is popular in Thailand and Indonesia. This protein is a soy product that contains 30 grams of protein per cup.
Lentils – There are about 18 grams of protein per one cup.
Quinoa and whole grains – These include buckwheat, brown rice, and barley and each have close to 24 grams of protein per 1 cup.
Kidney beans – 1 cup has 15 grams of protein.
Garbanzo beans/Chickpeas – 1 cup has 12 grams of protein.
Seitan – This is an imitation meat typically made from soy, but only has about 3 grams of protein per 3oz.
Broccoli – 1 cup has about 5 grams of protein.
Edamame – 1 cup has about 17 grams of protein.
Milk – 1 cup of non-fat milk has 8.26 grams of protein.
Yogurt – This dairy form, especially Greek yogurt, can have close to 20 grams of protein per serving.
Eggs – One egg has about 6 grams of protein.
Tofu- This is a soy product; one block has about 10 grams of protein.
Shakes and bars – These products are found in most health food stores containing anywhere from 12 to 20 or more grams of protein. Types include whey, casein, and other milk protein derivatives.

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When selecting any of the above options, always consider the other factors: carbohydrates and fats. For example, the one cup of quinoa has 110 grams of carbohydrates. Nuts and seeds are high in fat. Read all nutrition labels to be well informed. There are pros and cons to all these alternatives, just as there are positives and negatives when it comes to eating certain types of meat. Your body will thank you for fueling its tank properly with protein and giving your cells the opportunity to be healthy.
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Viva Cristo Rey · « **Reply #1 on:** March 23, 2019, 12:59:12 PM »

The best thing to do is have your garden, chickens, etc.

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