Avoid Toxins: Easy Produce Picks and Cleaning Tricks for Daily Health

In this episode, Joe Fier explores the ins and outs of reducing exposure to pesticides through smart produce shopping and cleaning. Drawing on the latest research from the Environmental Working Group (EWG), Joe Fier clarifies which fruits and vegetables you should always buy organic (the "Dirty Dozen"), which are safer when conventionally grown (the "Clean 15"), and simple, effective ways to wash your produce at home. The episode also touches on hidden toxins in pantry staples, especially crucial for kids and those focused on detox or hormone support. Listeners get actionable steps to shop smarter, clean better, and support long-term health.

Topics Discussed

• Understanding the "Dirty Dozen" and "Clean 15" produce lists
• Why some fruits and veggies have more pesticide residues than others
• 2025 updates: new additions to both lists
• Cost-saving strategies for organic and conventional produce
• Step-by-step guide to washing produce to reduce pesticide exposure
• Myth-busting: What washing produce can and cannot eliminate
• Hidden toxins in pantry staples like rice-based baby foods
• The link between everyday toxins and chronic health issues
• Simple action plan for shopping, cleaning, and tracking health
• How to assess your toxin burden and personalize your health approach

Resources Mentioned

• Environmental Working Group (EWG) Produce Lists: https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/
• MDLifespan Blog Post: https://mdlifespan.com/dirty-dozen-clean-fifteen-2025/

Timestamps

00:00 Welcome to the TPE Blueprint

01:01 The 2025 Dirty Dozen

01:36 The 2025 Clean Fifteen

02:06 Smart Cart Strategy

02:22 At Home Cleaning

02:52 Quick Myth Check

03:12 What About Beyond Produce

03:50 Simple Action Plan

04:26 Get a Free Consult

04:56 Closing

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