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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is organic food so important?
Our health is dependent on organic produce. It is the best option to ensure that we eat nutritious food. It's healthier for us as well as more environmentally-friendly because it doesn’t rely on pesticides, fertilizers, or other chemicals.
Organic farming uses natural methods of cultivating crops that are free from harmful chemicals. This reduces the risk of environmental pollution, which makes it safer for people and animals. By choosing organic food, you are protecting the planet as well as yourself.
The health benefits of organic foods go well beyond our bodies. We all know how toxic processed food can make you feel. Organic fruits and vegetables aren’t subject to chemicals spray. It means that organic fruits, vegetables and other foods are fresher tasting, more vibrant and last longer.
Because of this, organic foods are so important. Organic is healthy for your health and for the environment.
How can you tell if your produce is organic?
These labels will help you ensure that organic produce is purchased.
USDA Organic Certified – This certification is issued by USDA to ensure that the product is 100% organic.
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 indicate that the product meets specific criteria, which include:
- No synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
- No genetically modified organisms
- No antibiotics are ever given to the animal
- Animals are not ever given hormones.
- There are no growth-promoting drugs
- No feed additives
- No artificial ingredients
- No irradiation
- There is no sewage sludge
- GMOs banned
- Antibiotics have never been administered
- No hormones ever given
- There are no growth-promoting drugs
- No feed additives
- No artificial ingredients
- No sewage solids (if it's not GMO).
- No irradiation
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What does it mean to be an organic food producer?
Organic food producers create products that are grown without pesticides and chemical fertilizers. These foods include fruits as well vegetables, grains and dairy products.
Organic food production happens on farms where crops have been naturally nurtured. This includes soil preparation, pest control, and crop rotation.
The USDA (United States Department of Agriculture), must set strict criteria for organic agricultural products.
These guidelines make it possible for consumers to have safe, healthy, and delicious food.
Organic food has many benefits, including lower pesticide residues and higher levels of heavy metal contamination as well as better nutrition and flavor.
USDA organic products must carry the USDA Certified Organic seal.
This certification means that the product meets the standards laid down by the National Organic Program.
Organic food can help us eat better and protect our environment.
Organic farming techniques preserve water and land. Organic farming techniques also help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions which contributes to climate change.
Organic agriculture uses less chemicals and reduces the amount of pollution runoff.
It improves air quality as harmful gases such nitrates or ammonia are less likely to accumulate in the atmosphere.
There are many types to organic farming.
Conventional farming refers to the use of synthetic inputs such as pesticides and fertilizers.
Regenerative agriculture uses cover crops and green manures to improve soil quality. It encourages biodiversity.
Agroecology promotes healthy relationships between humans and plants.
Permaculture encourages self-sufficiency by creating systems that are similar to nature.
What are organic products good for skin?
Organic skincare products do not contain synthetic chemicals like parabens,phthalates, mineral oils, petroleum jelly or petrolatum.
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 also have the ability to support healthy skin, prevent premature ageing, promote healing after injuries and overall well-being.
These are some terms that you might see when looking for organic products
- Paraben Free: These are chemicals that keep certain cosmetic products stable. However, they can be toxic if used in large quantities.
- Fragrance-Free means that the product doesn't contain any essential oils or fragrances.
- Cruelty-Free - No animals were harmed during the manufacturing process.
- Natural Ingredients – The ingredient is naturally derived either from a plant or an animal.
- Vegetarian/Vegetarian- The ingredients are either vegan/vegetarian.
- Gluten-Free - this means that gluten was removed 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 product - when thrown out, the product will disintegrate into harmless components.
- Pesticide-Free – No pesticides were used in the growing or harvesting of crops.
- GMO-Free: This means that no product ingredient contains genetically engineered organisms.
- Certified Organic means that all the ingredients have been grown using methods that protect the soil and water as well as 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)
- 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)
- 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 impact of organic food on human health: Assessment of the status quo, prospects for 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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- Occupational Pesticide Exposures and Cancer risk: A Review: Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health Part B Vol 15, No 4
- Genetically modified foods - safety, risks and public concern - A review - Journal of Food Science and Technology
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Five Reasons to Purchase Organic Products
Organic foods do not use pesticides or synthetic fertilisers. They contain no genetically modified organisms (GMOs) or irradiated ingredients. Their production methods do not involve sewage sludge or industrial solvents. During the growth process, food is kept clean from any contamination. It is completely free from artificial preservatives, additives, and other harmful chemicals. No hormones or antibiotics are used. They are also made in conditions that maintain their nutritional value and freshness for longer times.
- Health benefits. Organic produce contains less chemicals that nonorganic. This means that it is less likely to cause allergies. You also consume fewer toxic substances and carcinogens.
- Eco-friendliness. Produce grown without pesticides and synthetic fertilizer requires very little water. Organic farms are typically located far away form areas of high pollution and where conventional growth is difficult because it requires so much effort. This helps reduce pollution.
- Sustainability. Organic farming relies less on chemical fertilizers and more on soil fertility. This results with healthier soils with greater organic matter. It is better for soil health to rotate crops and allow the land to fallow regularly. Strong immune systems are developed when farm animals only eat grasses and grains that have not been treated with hormones or antibiotics.
- Taste. Traditional fruits and vegetables are often bland due to the fact that they are picked at peak ripeness and shipped long distances for grocery stores. Organic produce tastes richer and sweeter because it was harvested while still unripe.
- Nutrition. Many conventional processed foods contain harmful substances like BPA and GMOs. These harmful substances can be avoided by sticking to whole foods like meat, eggs, fish and nuts as well as seeds, beans, fruits, vegetables, and herbs.
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