The Dirty Dozen 2013

      Foods With the Most Pesticide Residue

        

1. Apples- are consistently rank near the top of the annual dirty dozen list. more than 40 different pesticides have been detected on apples, because fungus and insect threats prompt farmers to spray various chemicals on their orchards.

2. Celery-Another perennial food on the dirty dozen list is celery. It's a good one to commit to memory, since it doesn't fit the three main categories of foods with the highest pesticide residue (tree fruits, berries and leafy greens). USDA tests have found more than 60 different pesticides on celery ( Giant Foods carries Organic for $2.99)

3. Sweet bell peppers-Another fruit that usually makes the dirty dozen list because it tends to have high pesticide residue is the sweet bell pepper, in all of its colorful varieties. Nearly 50 different pesticides have been detected on sweet bell peppers.

4. Peaches-Another tree fruit that always makes the dirty dozen list: peaches. more than 60 pesticides have been found on peaches.

 5. Strawberries- are always on the list of dirty dozen foods, in part because fungus prompts farmers to spray, and pesticide residue remains on berries sold at market. Nearly 60 different pesticides have been found on strawberries, though fewer are found on frozen strawberries.

6. Nectarines – imported-Nectarines, at least imported ones, are among the most highly contaminated tree fruits. Domestic nectarines don't test with as much pesticide residue, but overall 33 pesticides have been detected on nectarines.

7. Grapes-Another perennial entrant on the dirty dozen list, imported grapes can have more than 30 pesticides. Raisins, not surprisingly, also have high pesticide residue tests. Makes you wonder about wine!

8. Spinach-Leading the leafy green pesticide residue category is spinach, with nearly 50 different pesticides.

 (While frozen spinach has nearly as many, canned has had fewer detected pesticides.) Also watch Kale. 

9.Cherry Tomatoes-Tomatoes have been in for some bad press in the past few years, with exposes like Tomatoland highlighting the environmental, human and culinary costs of the modern tomato. Alas, cherry tomatoes show up on the Environmental Working Group's 2013 list of foods with the most pesticide residue.

10. Cucumbers-Making the 2013 list of foods with the highest pesticide residue: Cucumbers, which have been laced with as many as 35 different pesticides that remain on the skin when it's time for salad-making. Peeling the skin off may reduce your chances of ingesting some of them.

11. Blueberries – domestic blueberries usually make the dirty dozen list, since more than 50 pesticides have been detected as residue on them

12. Potatoes-America's favorite vegetable is the potato; unfortunately, more than 35 pesticides have been detected on potatoes in USDA testing. Sweet potatoes offer a delicious alternative with less chance of pesticide residue.

*****To safely rinse fruits and vegetables combine in a spray bottle, equal amounts of white distilled vinegar and water. Spray produce with solution, rub lightly and rinse with clear water. For softer produce, add equal parts vinegar and water to a large bowl, add produce  and allow to soak for 1 minute, rinse with water.*****

For more information please see TheDailyGreen.com

 and www.whatsonmyfood.org.

What is GMO?

GMOs, or “genetically modified organisms,” are plants or animals created through the gene splicing techniques of biotechnology (also called genetic engineering, or GE). This experimental technology merges DNA from different species, creating unstable combinations of plant, animal, bacterial and viral genes that cannot occur in nature or in traditional crossbreeding.






GMO Foods List: Top 10 Worst Foods

1. Corn-One of the most prominent GMO foods, avoiding corn is a no-brainer.

2. Soy- Found in tofu, vegetarian products, soybean oil, soy flour, and numerous other products, soy is also modified to resist herbicides.

3. SugarAccording to NaturalNews, genetically-modified sugar beets were introduced to the U.S. market in 2009.
4. Aspartame- Aspartame is a toxic additive used in numerous food products, and should be avoided for numerous reasons, including the fact that it is created with genetically modified bacteria.

5. Papayas-This one may come as a surprise to all of you tropical-fruit lovers. GMO papayas have been grown in Hawaii for consumption since 1999. Though they can’t be sold to countries in the European Union, they are welcome with open arms in the U.S. and Canada.

6. Canol- One of the most chemically altered foods in the U.S. diet.  

7. Cotton- Found in cotton oil, cotton originating in India and China in particular has serious risks.

8. Dairy- Your dairy products may contain growth hormones- If you must drink milk, buy organic.

9.  Zucchini 

10) Yellow Squash

Avoid GMO foods  by buying 100% organic or growing your own!


http://beforeitsnews.com/economics-and-politics/2013/04/top-10-worst-gmo-foods-for-your-gmo-foods-list-2451518.html

Benefits of Beets

 

Beets can be eaten raw, boiled, steamed roasted or juiced.

Benefits include: 

1) Natural detox- Beets cleanse the body including the colon and liver.

2) Beets are high in many vitamins and minerals specially folate acid.

3) Beets help your mental health- Beets contain betaine, the same substance that is used in certain treatments of depression.

4) Beets are a high source of energy and fiber.

5) Beets are used as a stomach acid tester

 

Beet Recipes: 

http://nutritionfor.us/2012/06/eat-skinny-pasta-with-roasted-beets-and-chobani/

http://allrecipes.com/recipe/simple-and-delicious-beet-greens/

 

 

Red Meat Consumption

Limiting Red Meat is recommendations for Cancer Prevention:

 Limit consumption of red meats (such as beef, pork and lamb) and avoid processed meats.

• To reduce your cancer risk, eat no more than 18 oz. (cooked weight) per week of red meats, like beef, pork and lamb, and avoid processed meat such as ham, bacon, salami, hot dogs and sausages.

  • Studies also show that people who eat a lot of red meat tend to eat less plant-based foods, so they benefit less from their cancer-protective properties.

• When meat is preserved by smoking, curing or salting, or by the addition of preservatives, cancer-causing substances (carcinogens) can be formed. These substances can damage cells in the body, leading to the development of cancer.

 

 

 

 

http://preventcancer.aicr.org/site/PageServer?pagename=recommendations_05_red_meat

Eat Right, Your Way, Every Day

 

 

End of Nutritional Month 2013:

National Nutrition Month is a nutrition education and information campaign, which occurs every March and is funded by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. 
http://www.eatright.org/nnm/

How do  you;  "Eat Right, Your Way, Every Day":

1) Always READ nutrition labels on back of food containers before purchase

2) Cut DOWN on SALT; specifically salt added to processed food  

3) Eat fresh FRUIT and VEGETABLES with every meal every day

4)  Drink 8-10 cups of WATER a day

5) Only eat  RED MEAT 1-2 times a week if at all
 

For healthy tips please click below: 

National Nutrition Month Handouts and Tipsheets by Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Fiber Rich Foods

Fiber has been shown to decrease the risk of cancer. Researchers have found that both soluble and insoluble fiber reduce the risk of breast cancer, especially for women consuming upwards of 30 grams a day. 

Good Fiber Sources:

Bran (Corn, Wheat, Rice, Oat)

Flax Seeds, Sesame Seeds, and Sesame Butter (Tahini)

Dry Roasted Soybeans (Edamame) 

Nuts (Almonds, Pistachios, Pecans)

Beans (Navy, White, French, Kidney)

Fruits and Vegtabels ( Appels, Avocados, Corn, Pears, Berries)

For a printable list please visit: http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/50-fiber-rich-foods

Benifits of Honey

            The Natural  Nectar of the Gods

****Honey has many health benefits for adults but please do not feed  honey to children under 1 year old***

Health Benefits:

1.  Can help Prevent cancer and heart disease:
Honey contains flavonoids, antioxidants which help reduce the risk of some cancers and heart disease.

2. Reduce ulcers and other gastrointestinal disorders.
Recent research shows that honey treatment may help disorders such as ulcers and bacterial gastroenteritis.

3. Anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-fungal:
“All honey is antibacterial, because the bees add an enzyme that makes hydrogen peroxide,” said Peter Molan, director of the Honey Research Unit at the University of Waikato in New Zealand.

5. Reduce cough and throat irritation:
In a study that involved 139 children, honey beat out dextromethorphan (a cough suppressant) and diphenhydramine (an antihistamine) in easing nighttime cough in children and improving their sleep.
Another study involving 105 children found that buckwheat honey trumped dextromethorphan in suppressing nighttime coughs.