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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the health benefits of organic foods?

Some organic foods may not prove to be good for you. But for those who eat them regularly, there are definite health benefits.

Organic food is produced without artificial fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, hormones, antibiotics, or genetic engineering. Organic produce is free from harmful chemicals that could cause harm to human health.

The use of additives in the processing process is also less common. So when you buy an organic product, you're likely eating healthier than non-organic products.

Studies have shown that organic foods are more nutritious and rich in antioxidants than fruits and veggies grown from conventional sources.

Although organic farming methods tend to cost more than conventional farming methods, they often yield better results. Organic farming promotes soil fertility as well as biodiversity.

This helps prevent erosion and conserve water. Organic farms also require less energy and fuel, as they aren't treated using toxic chemicals.

Many people are concerned that organic food is more expensive than regular foods. Prices can vary depending on where you live. Organic apples, on the other hand, tend to be more expensive that conventional apples.

You'll be able to see the difference in price if you add up all of the fruits in a single basket.

Do you want to go organic?

It depends on you. Organic food is not for you if you don’t like it.

You can purchase organic food if it is delicious. Organic food is safer because organic produce is not grown by commercial growers who use pesticides and chemical fertilizers.

Organic agriculture conserves the environment and promotes biodiversity.

Why should I go organic?

There have been many health problems linked to conventional farming, including allergies, asthma, diabetes, obesity, cancer, birth defects and hormone imbalances. Make healthy food choices.

The Environmental Working Group (EWG), offers these tips to help you choose "cleaner" foods:

When possible, buy organic fruits and veggies

USDA organic labels are required for meat, poultry, eggs and milk.

Avoid processed foods that claim to be "natural" and "no additives."

Check ingredient lists carefully. If an ingredient isn't listed, it may be added during processing.

Frozen and canned meats should be preferred to fresh. Foods that are frozen or canned often have less nutritionally-rich ingredients, such as high fructosecorn syrup.

What is an Organic Food Producer?

Organic food producers produce organic foods that are free from pesticides and other chemical fertilizers. These foods include fruits, veggies, grains, and dairy goods.

Organic food production is only possible on farms where the crops are grown naturally. This includes soil preparation, pest controls, and crop rotation.

For an agricultural product to be considered organic, it must meet strict criteria set out by the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture).

These guidelines will ensure that consumers have safe, healthy, and nutritious food.

Organic foods offer many health benefits. They are free from heavy metal contamination and pesticide residues. They also have higher nutritional content and better taste.

Products certified organic by the USDA must bear the label "USDA Certified Organic" seal.

This certification means that the product meets the standards laid down by the National Organic Program.

As well as ensuring that we eat healthier, organic food also helps protect our environment.

Organic farming techniques conserve water and land. Organic farming also helps to reduce greenhouse gases emissions, which are responsible for climate change.

Organic agriculture uses fewer chemicals and reduces pollution runoff.

It improves air quality as harmful gases such nitrates or ammonia are less likely to accumulate in the atmosphere.

There are many types and varieties of organic farming.

Conventional agriculture refers to the use synthetic inputs, such as pesticides/fertilizers.

Regenerative farming involves compost, cover crops, and green manures to improve soil health. It encourages biodiversity.

Agroecology emphasizes sustainable relationships between people and plants.

Permaculture is a system that mimics nature and promotes self-sufficiency.

How can I tell if my produce has been certified organic?

These labels will help you ensure that organic produce is purchased.

USDA Organic Certified – This certification is issued by USDA to ensure that the product is 100% organic.

Certified Naturally Grown: Produce that has been grown in accordance with organic practices, but has yet to receive certification from USDA.

Pastured/Free-range - Made from animals that graze on grass and herbs outdoors.

These labels indicate that the product meets specific criteria, which include:

• No pesticides nor synthetic fertilizers
• No genetically modified organisms
• No antibiotics are ever given to the animal
• Animals never receive hormones
• No growth-promoting medications
• No feed additives
• No artificial ingredients
• No irradiation
• There's no sewage waste sludge
• GMOs banned
• Antibiotics have never been administered
• No hormones ever given
• There are no growth-promoting drugs
• No feed-additives
• No artificial ingredients
• No sewage solids (if it's not GMO).
• No irradiation

I hope that this article was useful!

Statistics

• According to a study performed by consumerreports.org, organic products, compared to non-organic products, ranged anywhere from 13 percent cheaper to 303 percent more expensive. (en.wikipedia.org)
• Once certified by the USDA, it can fall into one of four categories: "100 percent organic", "organic," "made with organic ingredients," or "made with less than 70 percent organic ingredients. (en.wikipedia.org)
• To provide the highest quality products and services to every customer, with a dedicated workforce that puts the customer first and takes the extra step to achieve 100% customer satisfaction and loyalty. (hollinsorganic.com)
• Nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids were up to 50 percent higher in organic meats and milk than in conventionally raised products.[3] (en.wikipedia.org)

External Links

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• Clean Fifteen (tm) Conventional Produce Using the Least Pesticides

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• PubMed Assessment of the micronutrient compositions of plant foods from conventional and organic agriculture methods.


• Comparison of the total phenolic and ascorbic acid content of freeze-dried and air-dried marionberry, strawberry, and corn grown using conventional, organic, and sustainable agricultural practices - PubMed

How To

Five Reasons to Purchase Organic Products

Organic foods are free from pesticides and synthetic fertilisers. They contain no genetically modified or irradiated food ingredients. Their production methods do not involve sewage sludge or industrial solvents. The food's natural environment is protected from contamination during its growth cycle. It does not contain artificial preservatives or additives. There is no use of antibiotics or hormones. They are also produced in conditions that enable them to preserve their nutritional value, freshness, and quality for longer periods.

1. Health benefits. Nonorganic produce has more chemicals than organic. Organic produce is healthier. This means it's less likely to cause allergies and sensitivities. It also means you're consuming fewer toxins and carcinogens.
2. Eco-friendliness. Produce grown without pesticides or synthetic fertilizer needs very little water. Because conventional farming requires so much energy, organic farms are usually located far from places where pollution is high. That helps reduce air pollution.
3. Sustainability. Organic farming relies more on soil fertility than chemical fertilizers. This results is healthier soils with higher organic matter. The rotation of crops and the letting of land fallow can improve soil health. When farm animals eat only grasses and grains raised without any added hormones or antibiotics, they develop strong immune systems.
4. Taste. Conventional fruits and vegetables often taste bland because they're picked at peak ripeness, then shipped long distances to grocery stores. Because it was picked while still unripe, organic produce is richer and more flavorful.
5. Nutrition. GMOs, BPA, and other harmful chemicals are often found in conventional processed foods. If you want to avoid these, stick to whole foods such as meat, eggs, fish, nuts, seeds, beans, fruit, veggies, and herbs.

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