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Frequently Asked Questions
What are some things I should look out for when purchasing organic goods?
USDA-certified organic label are desirable. This certifies that the product has met certain standards set by USDA. On packages, boxes, cartons or cans, look out for the USDA Organic seal.
When shopping for meat ensure it comes only from cows that are fed 100% organic feed. Ruminants are cattle that chew their cud. Ruminant cattle are divided into four stomach compartments, the rumen and reticulum as well as the omasum and abmasum. If a cow is to be labeled organically, all parts must be organically fed.
Make sure you only buy chicken from chicken farms that are fed organically and have never been given antibiotics. Omnivore chickens eat both animals and plants. A digestive tract that is omnivorous includes a crop, proventriculus and gizzard. It also contains small intestines, large intestines, and anus.
Buy only dairy products from cows that have been fed organically grown feed. Just like ruminants, dairy cows also have four stomachs. The fourth stomach compartment, the udder, is where milk comes from.
Check the label when purchasing livestock of any other type to find out what percentage was used in the animal's diet. Pork may be labeled "95% Organic" which means that 95 percent of its feed was organic.
Why should I go organic?
Conventional agriculture has been linked to several health problems, including asthma, allergies, obesity, diabetes, cancer, birth defects, hormone imbalances, and other diseases. It is important to make informed choices about food purchases.
The Environmental Working Group offers these tips:
Always buy organic fruits & vegetables.
USDA organic labels are required for meat, poultry, eggs and milk.
Avoid processed foods labelled "natural"/ "no additives."
Carefully review ingredient lists. It is possible to add an ingredient during processing if it isn't already listed.
Frozen and canned meats should be preferred to fresh. Frozen and canned foods often contain less nutrient-rich ingredients like high fructose corn syrup.
How do I find out if my produce's organic?
If you want to make sure that you are buying organic produce, look for these three labels:
USDA Organic Certified- This product has been certified organic by the USDA.
Certified Naturally Grown is produce that has met strict organic requirements but not yet been certified by the USDA.
Pastured/Freerange - Products made from animals who graze freely and are outdoors.
These labels signify that the product meets a specific set of criteria.
- There are no synthetic pesticides or fertilizers
- No genetically modified organisms
- The animal is never given antibiotics
- No hormones are ever given to the animal
- No growth-promoting drugs
- No feed additives
- No artificial ingredients
- No irradiation
- No sewage solids
- GMOs prohibited
- Never gave antibiotics
- No hormones ever given
- No growth-promoting drugs
- No feed-additives
- No artificial ingredients
- No sewage waste (if it's non-GMO).
- No irradiation
I hope you found this article helpful.
Organic means it is free from pesticides?
Organic food does not contain pesticides or chemicals and is therefore chemical-free. This means that organic food is not exposed to pesticides or fertilizers.
Because it is free from harmful additives, organic produce has higher nutritional value than conventionally produced food.
The USDA National Organic Program, (NOP), requires farmers to adhere to strict guidelines when cultivating organic crops.
These guidelines include soil preparation, crop rotating, pest control and water conservation.
Organic farming methods are also beneficial for wildlife and natural habitats.
Are organic foods better?
According to the Environmental Working Group’s latest report on pesticide residues, organic fruits/vegetables had nearly half as many pesticides than non-organic. Organic apples had eight times less pesticides than nonorganic apples. However, organic strawberries had four times the amount of pesticides as their conventional counterparts.
Studies have also shown that organic foods reduce the risk of mercury and lead poisoning. For instance, one study showed that children who consumed organic meat had 33% less blood lead levels than children who did not. Another study concluded that pregnant mothers should avoid eating conventional fish because of the high levels mercury.
Organic food tends to be healthier than nonorganic. Experts recommend that you choose fresh fruits and vegetables whenever possible to lower your chance of developing cancer or other diseases.
Is organic produce healthy?
There are two types of foods; those we grow ourselves and those we buy from someone else. There are exceptions to these categories, but most people will answer your question yes. Organic food is safer because it does not contain any harmful chemicals.
In supermarkets all over North America, Europe Asia, Latin America, Latin America, and Africa, you can find organic food. Many grocery stores now sell organic food. This makes it easier for customers to select organic products.
Organic food has higher levels vitamins, minerals and antioxidants which makes it more delicious and nutritious. Organics are also grown without the use of pesticides or synthetic fertilizers, so they don't pollute our soils and water supplies.
The USDA regulates organic farming practices. They require farmers to follow strict guidelines so that organic produce can be eaten safely. There are over 30 million acres of US organic farmland.
Organic food is often cheaper than traditional food. For the same amount, consumers pay less. Organic farms are free to charge less for their crops, as they don't need to pay expensive chemical inputs such insecticides orfungicides.
According to the Environmental Working Group (EWG), organic food actually costs 10% less per pound. Consider switching to organic foods if you are concerned about your health and the well-being of your family.
Organic food has been a popular alternative for standard American diets. Organic food is not only available in gourmet restaurants and specialty markets, as many people may believe. Organic food is readily available at regular grocery stores all across the United States.
In recent years organic food sales increased substantially. Organic food market value in the US increased from $21 billion to $43 billion in 2007 to reach $43 billion in 2012.
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)
- Popular clothing brands, like Patagonia, are labelled as organic by using 100 percent organic cotton for many of their styles. (en.wikipedia.org)
- 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)
- Cosmetic brands such as Laurel and Rose Mira are 100 percent organic and have a wide array of skincare products. (en.wikipedia.org)
External Links
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- EWG's 2022 Shopper's Guide to Pesticides in Produce
- Clean Fifteen (tm) Conventional Produce Using the Least Pesticides
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- The health effects of organic foods and their impact on the human body: A review of the status quo and future prospects of research – ScienceDirect
- Technical note: Simultaneous analysis of vitamin and carotenoid content in milk from cows fed total mixed rations. Xanthophyll detection is possible - ScienceDirect
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- PubMed Evaluation of the micronutrients in plant foods made by conventional and organic farming 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
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How To
Are there any negatives to buying organic goods?
Organic food has numerous benefits. There are, however, some drawbacks. These include higher consumer prices, lower quality standards, and fewer choices.
There's nothing wrong with wanting more variety when it comes to groceries. However, we have been taught to expect poor quality food. This is why most grocery stores stock identical prepackaged products.
Organic food is becoming more and more popular due to its superior nutrition and delicious taste. So how do you convince people it's worth paying a little extra?
Well, you could tell them that organic food costs more. But that doesn't explain why organic food tastes better. They might be suspicious of your motives.
Instead, you should highlight its many benefits. Organic food is healthier and contains less pesticides, antibiotics, and it has higher nutritional content. Organic food is healthier for you and your environment because it doesn't contain synthetic fertilizers or herbicides.
Many people don't want to eat organic food because it is too expensive. However, if they look at the health benefits, organic food may be worth the cost.
Organic food tastes better because it is produced according to strict guidelines. Organic food tends to have more vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other nutrients.
Organic food tastes better because it is picked later in the season. This makes organic food fresher and easier for you to digest.
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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