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Frequently Asked Questions

What are some organic skin products?

Organic skincare products are made without synthetic chemicals such as parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, petrolatum, petroleum jelly, propylene glycol, sodium lauryl sulphate, talc, triclosan, titanium dioxide, triethanolamine, vitamin A palmitate, etc.

Organic skincare products are also free of artificial colours, fragrances, preservatives, emulsifiers, GMOs, petrochemicals, animal testing (except cosmetics tested on animals), pesticides, hormones, antibiotics, heavy metals, and other contaminants.

They are designed to promote healthy skin, prevent premature wrinkles, heal injuries after they happen, and support overall wellbeing.

These are some standard terms you might come across when shopping for organic items:

• Paraben Free - these are a group of chemicals used to keep certain cosmetic products stable, but they can be toxic if consumed in large quantities.
• Fragrance-Free – The product does not contain essential oils or perfumes.
• Cruelty free - No animals were endangered during the manufacturing process.
• Natural Ingredients - the ingredient is naturally derived from the plant or animal.
• Vegetarian/Vegetarian - All ingredients are vegan or vegetarian.
• Gluten-Free: This is when gluten was eliminated from the formulation.
• Non-Toxic -- The product doesn’t contain toxic substances, carcinogens, harmful compounds, or any other dangerous chemicals that could pose a threat to your health.
• Biodegradable: The product will be discarded as harmless components.
• Pesticide-Free – No pesticides were used in the growing or harvesting of crops.
• GMO-Free refers to the fact that no ingredients in the product contain genetically modified organisms.
• Certified Organic means that all of the ingredients in the formula were grown using methods that protect the soil, water, air, wildlife, and farmers.

What is the difference in organic and non-organic 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 improve soil health and water quality as well as animal welfare.

Inorganic foods can be grown using pesticides, chemical fertilizers and sewage sludge. Radiated foods can be treated with radiation. Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are created by biological engineering techniques.

"Natural" is sometimes used interchangeably in the context of "organic." Natural does not always mean organic. There are also products labelled "natural" which may contain synthetic ingredients.

Organic produce is more nutritious than traditional produce due to the fact that it contains less harmful chemicals and pesticides. Organic farmers do not use pesticides, artificial fertilizers, hormones, anti-biotics, and other harmful chemicals.

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. You must make healthy choices when buying food.

The Environmental Working Group (EWG) offers the following tips on how to pick "cleaner" food:

When possible, buy organic fruits and veggies

Look for USDA organic labels on meat, poultry, eggs, milk, cheese, yogurt, butter, and honey.

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

Carefully review ingredient lists. If an ingredient isn’t listed, it might be added during processing.

You should choose fresh meats rather than frozen or canned. Many frozen and canned foods contain less nutrients, like high fructose Corn Syrup.

What is organic food?

Organic produce does not contain synthetic fertilizers, pesticides and sewage sludge. It is also grown without irradiation or genetic engineering. No growth hormones are used. Animal testing is also not done. These crops can grow naturally so that farmers don't have to use pesticides or weed control.

Organic farming practices also maintain soil quality by reducing erosion and conserving water resources. Organics contain more nutrients than regular food and are therefore better for our overall health. Organic products are typically higher in fiber and lower in fat and calories than conventionally produced ones.

What is organic beef?

Organic meat is organic food that has been grown naturally without the use of pesticides, artificial fertilizers or hormones. Organic meat is also a guarantee that the animals weren’t fed any genetically altered feed. This means that the meat is safe for consumption as there aren’t any harmful chemicals.

Organic meats are good for the environment. Organic foods reduce pollution in rivers, lakes and landfills. We also help protect wildlife because organic farmers usually do not use toxic chemicals that kill insects and birds.

Locally purchasing organic meats is the best way to make sure you are eating healthy and organic meats. Local buying helps to keep money in the community, rather than moving out of state. Local businesses often pass down savings to customers when they shop locally. Shopping locally keeps American jobs in America, rather than sending them abroad.

What are organic fruits?

Organic food is free from pesticides, synthetic fertilizers and hormones. They also contain more nutrients, such as vitamins A, C, E, and K, plus omega-3 fatty acids. Organic food is healthier for the environment and our bodies.

Organic foods are grown using sustainable farming practices that preserve soil quality and encourage biological diversity. They are made without the use of harmful chemicals, irradiation or sewage waste.

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.

According to the USDA, "organic" means that crops are raised in compliance with federal standards. This means that farmers can't use non-organic methods of growing these foods. They may however use approved natural pest management methods like crop rotation or cover cropping as well as organic feeds.

Additionally, the farmer must adhere to guidelines concerning the amount of fertilizer and pesticide that he uses during the growing seasons and how he rotates his fields among various crops. GMOs, artificial growthhormones, synthetic insecticides, and synthetic fertilizers cannot be used by farmers.

Vegetables and fruits labeled as "100% organic" fulfill all of the requirements. However, some farms won't claim that their products are 100% organic. This would confuse the consumers. Instead, they will label their product as "made with organic ingredients. "

How can you tell organic food from non-organic?

Fresh ingredients are what chefs value the most. We feel better when our food is good.

The same applies to our food. Organics can be traced back to their source and whereabouts. We also know that organics were not treated with harmful chemicals.

Organic foods are produced without using synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, hormones, antibiotics, or genetically modified organisms (GMO). These substances are not permitted to organic farmers.

Organic farming doesn't have to be difficult. You have many options to safely grow them.

Many people refer to organic agriculture as sustainable agriculture. Organic farming is more sustainable than traditional methods and provides all the nutrients necessary to sustain life.

Crop rotation, crop rotation, cover cropping and composting manure are all organic farming methods. These techniques prevent soil erosion while improving water quality.

They also reduce chemical runoff into waterways. Local farms can be found in cities that raise organic produce.

Two types of certification programs are available for organic products. One is certified through the USDA National Organic Program and the other by independent certifying agents. Both require strict adherence to organic standards.

USDA seals and O Seals are symbols that indicate organic certification.

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

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How To

Are there any downsides to organic products?

Organic food offers many benefits. There are, however, some drawbacks. These include higher consumer costs, lower quality standards and fewer options.

There is nothing wrong with wanting more variety in groceries. We have been trained to expect inferior food that tastes bad. This is why grocery stores are stocked with the same prepackaged products.

But today, organic food is becoming increasingly popular because it offers better nutrition and tastes great. How can you convince people it is worth spending a little more?

But you could still tell them that organic foods are more expensive. It doesn't change the fact that organic food tastes more delicious. It could even make them suspicious of you motives.

It would be better to highlight its benefits. Organic food is more nutritious and has fewer pesticides or antibiotics. It's also grown without synthetic fertilizers, herbicides, so it's better for the environment and us.

Many people avoid organic food because they assume it's too expensive. However, if they look at the health benefits, organic food may be worth the cost.

Organic food tastes great because it is made according to strict guidelines. Organic food tends to have more vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other nutrients.

Organic food is also better for you because it's picked later. This makes it easier to digest and fresher.

Organic food is generally more affordable because the farmers grow it organically. This requires less labour as well as fertilizer.

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