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Frequently Asked Questions
Are organic foods better for us?
According to the Environmental Working Group, organic vegetables and fruits had half the amount of pesticides as 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.
Some studies also suggest that eating organic food helps reduce your exposure to toxic metals, such as mercury and lead. A study concluded that children who ate organic meat had 33% lower levels of blood lead than those who didn’t. Another study concluded that pregnant women should avoid consuming conventional fish due to high levels of mercury.
Organic food is generally safer than non-organic. Experts recommend that you choose fresh fruits and vegetables whenever possible to lower your chance of developing cancer or other diseases.
What's the difference?
Organic food is grown without the use of pesticides or chemical fertilizers, sewage effluent, radiation, or genetic modification. Organic farming practices are good for soil health, water quality, animal welfare, and the environment.
Inorganic foods are produced using chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and sewage effluent. Irradiated foods are treated with radiation; genetically modified organisms (GMO) are created through biological engineering techniques.
"Natural" is sometimes used interchangeably in the context of "organic." But natural does not necessarily imply organic. Natural products can also be labeled with synthetic ingredients.
Organic produce is often more nutritious than conventional produce, as the soil has fewer pesticides and harmful chemicals. In addition, organic farmers do not use artificial fertilizers, hormones, antibiotics, or pesticides.
How can I tell if my produce has been certified organic?
If you want to make sure that you are buying organic produce, look for these three labels:
USDA Organic Certified – Produced by USDA and certified as 100% organic.
Certified Naturally Grown - Produce that has passed strict requirements for organic practices but has not yet received certification from the USDA.
Pastured/Free-range - Made from animals that graze on grass and herbs outdoors.
These labels signify that the product meets a specific set of criteria.
- There are no synthetic pesticides or fertilizers
- No genetically altered organisms
- Animals are not given antibiotics.
- The animal is never given any hormones
- No growth-promoting drug
- No feed additives
- No artificial ingredients
- No irradiation
- No sewage solids
- GMOs not allowed
- Never was an antibiotic given
- No hormones ever given
- There are no growth-promoting drugs
- No feed additives
- No artificial ingredients
- No sewage sludge, if it's not a GMO
- No irradiation
I hope this article was helpful!
What are organic foods?
Organic produce is produced without synthetic fertilizers or pesticides. No growth hormones or animal testing are done. These crops can be grown naturally by farmers, and they don't need to be treated with chemicals to control pests or weeds.
Organic farming methods also help to preserve soil quality, reduce erosion, and conserve water resources. Organics have more nutrients than traditional food, which makes them better for our health. Organic products tend to be higher in fiber and lower fat than conventionally produced foods.
What are organic fruits?
Organic foods are free of pesticides and synthetic fertilizers. They contain more nutrients such vitamins A, C. E, and, in some cases, omega-3 oils. These nutritious ingredients make organic foods better for our bodies, and for the planet.
Organic foods are made using sustainable agricultural practices, which protect soil quality and promote biodiversity. They are free of toxic chemicals, irradiation and sewage effluent.
Most people associate organics with fruits, but organic products also include dairy, meat and poultry, as well as baked goods, personal care items, pet food and household cleaning supplies.
The USDA defines "organic" as that crops being raised according to strict rules set forth by federal government standards. These foods cannot be grown by farmers using conventional methods. They can use approved natural pest control methods such as crop rotation, cover cropping and organic animal feed.
The farmer must also follow the guidelines for how much fertilizer and insecticide he uses throughout the growing season. He must also rotate his fields among different crops. GMOs, synthetic insecicides, artificial growth hormones or synthetic fertilizers can't be used by farmers.
Fruits and vegetables labelled "100% organic" meet all the requirements above. But some farms do not label their products as 100% organic because it would confuse consumers. They will instead label their product "made with organic ingredients." "
What are organic products that can be used on the skin?
Organic skincare products do not contain synthetic chemicals like parabens,phthalates, mineral oils, petroleum jelly or petrolatum.
Organic skincare products don't contain artificial colours or fragrances.
They are designed to promote healthy skin, prevent premature wrinkles, heal injuries after they happen, and support overall wellbeing.
Some standard terms you may see when shopping for organic products:
- Paraben Free is a grouping of chemicals that are used to maintain certain cosmetic products safe, but can be toxic when consumed in large quantities.
- Fragrance-Free: The product is free of essential oils or fragrances.
- Cruelty-Free - No animals were harmed during the manufacturing process.
- Natural Ingredients are ingredients that have been naturally extracted from plants or animals.
- Vegan/Vegetarian - the ingredients are either vegan or vegetarian.
- Gluten-Free means that the formulation was free of gluten.
- Non-Toxic: The product does not contain toxic substances, carcinogens or any other harmful compounds that could cause harm to your health.
- Biodegradable - the product will break down into harmless components when discarded.
- Pesticide-Free - No pesticides have been used in the growing and harvesting process.
- GMO-Free refers to the fact that no ingredients in the product contain genetically modified organisms.
- Certified Organic refers to ingredients that were grown using methods that protect soil, water, air, wildlife and farmers.
Statistics
- As for organic meat, regulations require that animals be raised in living conditions that accommodate their natural behaviours (like the ability to graze on pasture), fed 100% organic feed and forage, and not administered antibiotics or hormones. (usda.gov)
- 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)
- Cosmetic brands such as Laurel and Rose Mira are 100 percent organic and have a wide array of skincare products. (en.wikipedia.org)
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- EWG's 2022 Shopping Guide to Pesticides in Produce
- Clean Fifteen Conventional Produce (tm); With the Least Pesticides
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Organic Foods: What You Need to Know
Organic foods are plants and animals grown without pesticides, chemical fertilizers, or additives. They are made without genetic engineering and the application of ionizing radiance. The food must contain no artificial ingredients, colourings, flavour enhancers, or preservatives. It must not contain genetically altered organisms (GMOs).
In 1845, Justus von Liebig, a chemist, first coined the term "organic", meaning "life-giving", to describe the properties and characteristics of manure. Today, organic is synonymous with food production. Organic simply means the product is made from only naturally occurring substances such proteins, carbohydrate, and minerals.
Globally, organic product consumption has increased significantly over the last decade. According to recent statistics, around 50% of the world's population consumes at least one organic product daily. This number increases constantly and is expected to reach 70%, 80%, and 90% by 2020.
There are many factors that consumers choose organic produce. Some like the taste, others prefer them because they believe organic produce is healthier, while some think organic farming is more environmentally friendly. There are ethical concerns regarding farm workers and animals. This is why some people choose organic products.
Organic food tends to be more expensive that conventional foods, but prices can vary depending upon the country or region. There are many factors that affect the cost of organic food. One is the availability and cost of land that can be used for organic agriculture. Another is the cost for inputs and labour required to grow organic crops. Other factors include transportation costs, marketing costs, and taxes. The average European price for organic food is 10% lower than the regular price.
Below are the main differences between conventional and organic foods.
- Organic produce is naturally free of synthetic fertilizers and growth regulators as well as hormones, antibiotics and other chemicals.
- Organic livestock are fed grasses, grains and legumes rather than corn or soybean meals.
- Organic milk comes only from cows who are fed hay and pasture grasses all-naturally.
- All organic raw materials are certified organic.
- Organic fruits or vegetables should not be grown in pesticide- or other harmful chemical environments.
- Organic meat, poultry, and seafood do not undergo radiation.
- It is important to soak any raw nuts and seeds prior to use.
- Organic cooking is made with only healthy oils.
- Organic eggs have been laid by hens and given access to outdoor areas.
- Bees use traditional methods to extract organic honey.
- Organic chocolate contains beans and sugar from organically grown and processed cacao.
- Organic wines are free from chemical additives.
- Organic tea leaves are made from hand-picked plants.
- Organic cotton can be grown without pesticides or herbicides.
- Organic cereals and flours don't contain preservatives or artificial colours.
- All natural soaps and shampoos do not contain harsh chemicals.
- All-natural cosmetics for skin are safe
- All natural cleaning remedies are biodegradable.
- All natural body care products are hypoallergenic and dermatologically tested.
- All-natural personal care products are non-fragranced and safe for babies.
- All-natural baby formula contains no bovine serum or animal protein.
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