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Frequently Asked Questions

Do organic foods have health benefits?

Organic foods may not be healthy for everyone. However, regular consumption of organic foods can have health benefits.

Organic food is made without pesticides or herbicides, hormones or genetic engineering. Organic produce is not grown with harmful chemicals that could pose a risk to human health.

Also, there are fewer additives that are used in processing. Organic products are more nutritious than those made from non-organic ingredients.

Studies show that organic foods contain more nutrients and antioxidants than conventionally grown fruits and vegetables.

While organic farming is generally more expensive than conventional farming, they often produce better results. Organic farming encourages soil fertility and biodiversity.

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

People are worried that organic foods may be more expensive then conventional. However, prices can vary depending upon where you live. For example, organic apples tend to be more expensive than traditional apples.

But, if we look at the total cost of a combination of both types and fruits, we'll see organic is much cheaper.

Do you want to go organic?

It depends on you. It doesn't matter if organic food isn't for you.

Organic food can be purchased if you like good-tasting food. Organic foods are safer as most commercial growers use chemical fertilisers, pesticides, or genetically modified species (GMOs) to produce their crops.

Organic agriculture is a way to preserve the environment, conserve natural resources, and encourage biodiversity.

Is organic meat healthier?

This question is probably answered if you've been paying close attention. Here's the problem: Organic food is becoming more sought-after, while traditional food continues to decline in popularity.

Organic foods are more appealing because they are healthier. In addition to being safer for our health, organic products also help the environment by reducing pollution and waste.

But there are two sides to this coin. Organic produce takes longer and requires more resources. Organic food can be more expensive than its nonorganic counterpart.

Organic meats are typically higher priced than conventionally raised animals. However, there are ways to reduce these costs without sacrificing quality.

One way to save money is to buy locally. Locally grown fruits and veggies help to lower prices because farmers get incentives to grow good crops.

Deals are another way to cut costs. There are often discounts offered when purchasing organics.

Finally, another way to save money is by eating less meat. The feed required to raise cattle can make meat production expensive.

While there are many reasons organic food is better for our bodies as well as the planet, we must not forget the cost.

What is the difference between organic and inorganic foods?

Organic food is free from pesticides, chemical fertilizers and sewage sludge. It can also be grown without irradiation or genetic modification. Organic farming practices promote soil health, water quality and animal welfare.

Inorganic foods are grown with pesticides, chemical fertilizers, and sewage sludge. Radiation can be used to destroy food, while genetically modified organisms are created by biological engineering.

The term "natural", often used interchangeably to mean "organic," is frequently used. Natural does not always mean organic. Products labelled "natural", however, may contain synthetic chemicals.

Organic produce is often more nutritious than conventional produce, as the soil has fewer pesticides and harmful chemicals. Organic farmers are free from artificial fertilizers and pesticides.

Are organic foods healthier?

The Environmental Working Group's most recent report on pesticide residues found in food shows that organic fruits and veggies had almost half the pesticide content of non-organic. They found that organic apples contained eight times fewer pesticides than non-organic apples, while organic strawberries were four times cleaner than their conventional counterparts.

Another study suggests that organic food can reduce exposure to toxic metals such as lead and mercury. One study revealed that children who ate organic meat had 33 per cent lower blood lead levels than their counterparts who didn't eat organic meats. Another study concluded that pregnant women should avoid consuming conventional fish due to high levels of mercury.

Overall, organic food does seem to be safer than its non-organic counterpart. Experts recommend that you choose fresh fruits and vegetables whenever possible to lower your chance of developing cancer or other diseases.

Statistics

• When packaged products indicate they are “made with organic [specific ingredient or food group],” they contain at least 70% organically produced ingredients. (usda.gov)
• 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)
• 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)
• 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)

External Links

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• Occupational Pesticide Exposures and Cancer Risk: A Review: Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health, Part B: Vol 15, No 4


• Genetically modified food: safety, risk and public concerns - a review - Journal of Food Science and Technology

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


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

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• Organic food and impact on human health: Assessing the status quo and prospects of research - ScienceDirect


• Technical Note: Simultaneous carotenoid- and vitamin analysis of milk coming from total mixed ration-fed cattle optimized for xanthophyll discovery - ScienceDirect

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• USDA

How To

Is there anything negative about buying organic products?

The benefits of organic food are well known. There are some downsides to organic food. These include higher consumer costs, lower quality standards and fewer options.

You can't go wrong with wanting more options when it comes grocery shopping. However, we have been taught to expect poor quality food. This is why most grocery stores stock identical prepackaged products.

Organic food is popular because it is healthier and tastes better. How do you convince people that it is worth the extra effort?

You could also tell them organic food is more expensive. This doesn't necessarily mean organic food tastes better. This might make them suspicious about your motives.

It is better to emphasize its positive aspects. Organic food is more nutritious, has fewer pesticides, and uses fewer antibiotics. Organic food is also grown without the use of synthetic fertilizers or herbicides. This makes it healthier for our bodies and the environment.

Organic food is often avoided by people who think it's too expensive. They may find that spending just a few dollars per Week is worthwhile if they consider the health benefits.

The reason why organic food tastes better is that it's produced under strict guidelines that prevent contamination. Organic food retains more vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

Organic food tastes better because it is picked later in the season. This makes it easier to digest and fresher.

Organic food is usually cheaper than conventional food because it is grown organically by farmers, which means that they use less fertilizer and labour.

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