Pesticide use linked to ADHD and Parkinson's Disease

Here is an important article listing study findings that link pesticide use with ADHD in children. http://eartheasy.com/blog/2010/05/pesticide-exposure-may-increase-risk-of-adhd-in-children/

Most significant to me, was the fact that non-organic potatoes are said to be one of the most pesticide laden vegetables, even when tested after washing (think french fries), so not only is fast food making our kids obese, but could it also be contributing to increase risks of ADHD?

What other reason do you need to not support the fast food industry? ...But wait- my kid loves french fries!?

So make your own. Homemade "oven" fries are fast, easy, healthy and delicious- and you can use organic potatoes or sweet potatoes and organic ketchup.

Here's an easy recipe:
2-3 medium organic potatoes or organic sweet potatoes (peeled or unpeeled)
2 Tbsp organic olive oil
1/4- 1/2 tsp sea salt (optional)
1 tsp dried or fresh organic parsley (optional)
1/2 cup organic ketchup

Pre-heat oven to 450 degrees. Cut potatoes in half, length-wise. Cut each half into 4-7 long spears, depending upon size and preference. Sprinkle with olive oil and spread onto baking sheet, leaving room between spears. Sprinkle with salt. Bake for 10-15 minutes. Turn once, then bake again for 5-10 minutes, until tender and lightly browned. Remove from oven and sprinkle with parsley, if desired. Serve with ketchup. Serves 4.


What to remember from this: try not to support the fast food industry, avoid using pesticides on gardens and lawns, choose organic french fries over non-organic or fast food fries.