Here is something I just learned, thanks to Aaron.  The PLU code that is on produce isn’t just to allow the cashier to ring it up correctly.  This code actually can tell you a lot of information about the produce itself.  For instance:

Codes that start with the number 4, mean this is a conventional (non-organic) produce
Codes that start with the number 9, mean this is an organic produce
Codes that start with the number 8, mean this is a GMO (Genetically Modified) produce

Example:

4011 – conventional banana
94011 – organic banana
84011 – conventional banana that is also genetically modified

If you are still hesitant to purchase all of you food items organic, due to the price difference, make sure you at the very least only purchase and consume the organic varieties of the following heavily affected items:

Apples
Strawberries
Bell Peppers
Dairy
Beef (not only organic, but also grassfed… it’s the way nature intended)

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Tuesday’s WOD:

4 Rounds

15 Back Squats
12 Ring Dips
15 Wall Balls
18 KB Swings
8 Back Squats

REST 2 minutes between rounds

results:

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