True, organic produce can sometimes be more expensive than conventionally grown fruits and veggies, but, according to Leah, "Studies show that eating organic dramatically cuts down on the amount of toxic persistent pesticides inside your body," and some of these pesticides "have been linked to hormone disruption, cancers, and other medical problems."
Hold up right there – fruits and veggies are supposed to be making us healthier, not sicker! You can say "no thanks" to the dangerous chemicals by purchasing organic whenever possible.
If it's not in your budget to buy all organic, check out the current "Dirty Dozen" list from the Environmental Working Group to take a peek at the produce with the highest levels of pesticide residues. At the very least, purchase organic varieties of those fruits and veggies (or avoid them altogether).