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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most loved organic products?
Organic food is the fastest-growing industry today. We've come far from our roots but there is still room for improvement.
Organic products are the future. They are safer and more cost-effective for consumers.
However, they are also more expensive. We created the Organic Food Index. We wanted to find out which foods are most popular with shoppers today, and whether these trends are changing.
The results of the study show that organic food has become more popular. Between 2011 & 2012, almost half of Americans purchased organic food.
According to USDA, organic food production increased by 10% only last year. The U.S. now produces 9% of its agricultural output from organic food.
Although organic food is gaining popularity, it appears that consumers still have to pay a premium for it. According to the Organic Trade Association OTA, organic food retail prices are about twice those of conventional products.
However, organic food is growing more quickly than any other part of the food market. You can see that organic food has been steadily increasing since 2009.
According to OTA's data, organic products sold in supermarkets grew at 14% between 2010 - 2011.
This is because of consumer demand for healthier products, which explains the rise in organic food sales across all age categories.
However, the younger generation is leading the charge in choosing organic food. Millennials are twice more likely to purchase organic food than baby boomers. The 25% of organic food purchase made by younger adults below 35 are made up of young adults.
Are organic foods better for us?
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. Organic strawberries contained four times more pesticides that their conventional counterparts, and organic apples contained eight percent less.
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. A second study found that conventional fish should be avoided by pregnant women due to the high levels of mercury.
Organic food seems to be safer than the non-organic. However, to reduce your risk of cancer and other diseases, experts recommend choosing fresh fruit and vegetables whenever possible.
What are some things I should look out for when purchasing organic goods?
USDA-certified organic label are desirable. This seal signifies that the product meets specific USDA standards. Look out for the USDA Organic seal on boxes, cartons cans and jars.
When you shop for meat, ensure that it comes from cows who are fed organic feed. Cattle are ruminants, which means they chew the cud. Ruminant cattle have four stomach areas: rumen (reticulum), omasum (omasum), and abomasum. If the cow is to be labeled "100% organic", all of its parts must have been 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. Omnivorous chickens have a digestive system that includes a crop (proventriculus), gizzard and small intestine.
You should ensure you only buy dairy products made from milk that has been produced by cows who have been fed 100% organically grown food. Dairy cows have four stomach compartments, just like ruminants. The fourth stomach compartment is the udder.
If you are buying other types of livestock, make sure to check the label to determine the percentage of their diet. For example, pork may be marked "95% organic" to indicate that 95 percent of the pork's feed is organic.
Statistics
- 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)
- Cosmetic brands such as Laurel and Rose Mira are 100 percent organic and have a wide array of skincare products. (en.wikipedia.org)
- 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)
- Popular clothing brands, like Patagonia, are labelled as organic by using 100 percent organic cotton for many of their styles. (en.wikipedia.org)
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- The link between occupational pesticide exposure and cancer risk: A review: Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health. Part B. Vol 15, No 4.
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Organic Foods: What You Need to Know
Organic foods are those that come from plants or animals, and do not contain any chemical pesticides, fertilizers, or additives. They are not subject to genetic engineering or the use of ionizing radioactive radiation. It must not contain any artificial colours, flavour enhancers, flavor enhancers, and preservatives. It must not contain genetically altered organisms (GMOs).
The term "organic", as it is commonly known, was first used by Justus von Loig in 1845. He coined the phrase "organisch", which means life-giving, to describe manure's properties. Most people associate organic with food production. In this context, organic means that the product contains only naturally occurring substances such as proteins, carbohydrates, fats, and minerals that occur in nature.
In the past decades, the consumption of organic products has grown dramatically worldwide. Recent statistics show that around half of the world's population consumes at most one organic product per day. This number increases constantly and is expected to reach 70%, 80%, and 90% by 2020.
There are many reasons why consumers choose organic products. Some consumers prefer organic products for the taste. Other people prefer them because organic produce is more nutritious. Still others believe organic farming is better for the environment. There are ethical concerns regarding farm workers and animals. This is why some people choose organic products.
Organic foods are usually more expensive than conventional ones, although prices vary depending on countries and regions. There are many factors that affect the cost of organic food. One factor is whether there are enough land available for organic farming. Another factor is the price of inputs as well as labour for organic farming. Transportation costs, marketing expenses, and taxes are all factors. In Europe, for instance, the average price for organic food in Europe is 10% higher than its regular price.
Below is a summary of the major differences between organic food and conventional food.
- Organic produce is free from synthetic fertilizers, growth regulators, hormones, and antibiotics.
- Organic livestock is fed grasses and grains, rather than corn and soya meal.
- Organic milk is only produced from cows that are fed all-natural hay and pasture grasses.
- All raw materials used to make organic products are organically certified.
- Organic fruits or vegetables should not be grown in pesticide- or other harmful chemical environments.
- Organic meats, poultry, and seafood don't require radiation.
- Before using raw nuts or seeds, they must be soaked.
- Organic cooking uses only healthy oils.
- Organic eggs are laid by hens, and have access to the outdoors.
- Honey is extracted using traditional methods by bees.
- Organic chocolate uses beans and sugar that have been organically farmed and processed.
- Organic wines are produced without the use of chemical additives.
- The tea leaves of organic tea come from tea plants that have been hand picked.
- Organic cotton is grown with no pesticides or herbicides.
- Organic flours, cereals, and breads are free of artificial colours and preservatives.
- All-natural soaps and shampoos don't contain any harsh chemicals.
- All-natural cosmetics can be used safely on your skin.
- All natural cleaning solutions are biodegradable and eco-friendly.
- All natural body care products can be used safely and are dermatologically tested.
- All-natural personal hygiene products have no fragrance and can be used safely for babies.
- All-natural baby formula contains no bovine serum or animal protein.
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