I’d love to eat only organic, but as you know, it’s usually SO expensive! And with a grocery budget of $40/wk, I can’t afford to buy much organic. If you are in the same situation, you don’t have to feel helpless. There is still something you can do to make your fruits and veggies much healthier. I found this recipe for a produce spray that is supposed to do an excellent job of washing away the pesticides on your food, making them better for you and your family!

Produce Spray

*Makes about 2 Cups

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon baking soda
• 20 drops Grapefruit Seed Extract

Mix all ingredients in a large bowl. Stir slowly and carefully as the combination of vinegar and baking soda causes quite a bit of foaming. Once the bubbles have gone down, pour the solution into a spray bottle. Spray on produce before eating. Let sit 10 minutes before rinsing well.

*NOTE: Don’t ever soak mushrooms in this solution, as they will only absorb it.

Of course this won’t make them organic, nor will it get rid of 100% of the chemicals on the produce, BUT it’s a whole lot better than rinsing only with water! So, if you can’t buy organic, at least take this extra step and help make your food better for everyone!