PLEASE CONSIDER THIS WHEN YOU’RE AT THE MARKET …

Check out the EWG’S DIRTY DOZEN list and THE CLEAN FIFTEEN when you’re shopping for produce.

Here’s my philosophy on sourcing ingredients. 
I look for: 

#1. organic local

If no #1, then source …

#2. local farms that utilize IPM (integrated pest management) methods

If no #1 and #2 available, then source …

#3. organic shipped products

and lastly, and more importantly

#4 Save yourself some money and buy in season! Put down the strawberries at the grocery store in January. Go buy some frozen organic berries. They are picked at the peak of ripeness and frozen right away. 

My philosophy on buying Meats and Seafood:

I believe it’s important to source your meats from local, sustainable farms that are raising their animals on grass and pasture for their entire lives, like they were meant to do. You’ll notice a flavor difference right away and your body will thank you for the extra nutrition. Don’t support big AG and factory farms.

For more info on the health benefits of eating grass-fed & finished meats click here.

Living near the coast makes finding fresh seafood easy. To find out which fish is sustainable and OK to eat, check out this guide from Monterey Bay Seafood Watch. There’s an app for that! Get the app here.