Explore how everyday food choices can impact exposure to pesticides and other environmental residues. Learn what the Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen lists are, how they are created, and how to use them to prioritize produce purchases. We will cover practical strategies for shopping, storing, and preparing food to help reduce exposure, including budget-friendly options and realistic habits for busy lifestyles. The focus is on making informed, manageable choices rather than striving for perfection.
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Michelle Cooper, MPT, BScEd, is a physical therapist with nearly 30 years of clinical experience across hospital and private practice settings in Canada and the U.S. Her work spans orthopedic care, persistent and chronic pain, and pelvic health, and she collaborates with mental health providers to support patients dealing with the physical symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression. Michelle is certified in Advanced Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Health Professionals, Acupuncture, and Tai Chi instruction. She lives by a simple principle: Knowledge is Power.
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