Is There Lead in Your Juice?
June 16, 2010
A recent test by the Environmental Law Foundation found higher than acceptable levels of lead in both organic and “conventional” juices and baby foods. They filed a notice of violation with a list of which foods were fine, and which ones weren’t. Foods with violations included apple juice, grape juice, packaged pears and peaches (baby food included), and fruit cocktail.
At first glance, it’s shocking to see how many organic brands tested positive for lead…. more
Leave a CommentStrawberry Whip: A Simple Spring Dessert
May 21, 2010
The strawberries are ripening! And these days it’s even more important to choose organic strawberries. Methyl bromide, which is heavily used on chemically grown strawberries, is one of the most toxic agricultural chemicals in use (toxic to humans and to the atmosphere). I just read that a new chemical was approved for strawberries, since methyl bromide is loosing its effectiveness. This new chemical, methyl iodide, is so toxic… more
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