Organic Eating

Infographic:

http://www.dailyinfographic.com/fruit-veggies-and-pesticides-infographic  

Questions:

Why is it problematic that 1.2 billion pounds of pesticide does not reach its intended target?

What effects might exposure to pesticides have on our health? Name 3 ways you may come into contact with pesticides.

How much of our produce may be contaminated with pesticides, even after washing?

List the top pesticide treated veggies and fruits and the number of chemicals they are typically sprayed with.

List the top foods on which pesticides are still present that you eat on a regular basis.

Part 2: Visit this site and read over her blog series on organic eating (parts 1,2,3). Complete the "it says , I say comprehension sheet as you read). Minimum 10 thoughtful points that are key pieces of information from the posts. 

It Says	I Say	And So…

Part 3: Take a stand on the statement that follows. Defend the side you take with at least 3 valid, well explained points. "People should strive to eat as much organically grown foods as is possible."  (do you think this statement is true or false and why?)