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June 23, 2025 9 mins

In this episode of the Livewell Podcast, Sharlene breaksdown the essentials of eating organic. She shares why choosing organic produce and pantry staples matters, especially for certain high-residue foods like oats, chickpeas, soy, and potatoes. Learn the truth behind the Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen lists, and how you can reduce your exposure to pesticides even if you can’t always buy organic.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

What the Dirty Dozen and Clean Fiften lists are, and how to use them

Why oats, chickpeas, soy milk, potatoes, and oat milk should be organic

The truth about glyphosate and other common pesticide concerns

How to wash your fruits and vegetables effectively at home

Why focusing on whole, minimally processed foods supports your health and vitality

Mentioned in the Episode:

Environmental Working Group (EWG)

Baking soda + water method for washing produce

Apple cider vinegar rinse alternative

 

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