According to the EPA, what are four ways consumers can reduce ...

[mspears3]

According to the EPA, what are four ways consumers can reduce their exposure to pesticides?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

List five suggestions from the Dietary Guidelines for Americans for a better dietary intake.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

[smrtceo]

Answer to Question 1

Answer:
1. Peel fruits and vegetables whenever possible, and remove and discard outer leaves of leafy vegetables.
2. Scrub all fresh fruits and vegetables thoroughly under running water.
3. Trim the fat from meat, and remove the fat from poultry because some pesticide residue collects in the fat.
4. Eat a variety of foods from various sources to reduce the risk of exposure to a single pesticide.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: Any five of the following:
 Obtain adequate nutrients within caloric need.
 Focus on healthful foods.
 Watch your intake of fat.
 Choose carbohydrates wisely.
 Maintain proper levels of potassium and sodium.
 Manage your body weight.
 Engage in regular physical activity.
 Use alcohol moderately, if at all.
 Be food safe.

[mspears3]

Great answer, keep it coming

[Joy Chen]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it