Should I only juice organic vegetables and fruit during a detox?

Q: If I’m juicing vegetables and fruit during a detox, should they be organic?

A: Yes! They absolutely should be. The purpose of a detox is to eliminate toxins, including pesticides. Some say that juicing vegetables and fruits concentrates pesticides. Washing non-organic produce doesn’t necessarily eliminate the chemicals that were applied to them. Fortunately, organic vegetables and fruit that are used as a base in most juicing recipes, such as carrots, apples, and celery, are inexpensive and easy to find. Strive to purchase only organic for juicing.