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Frequently Asked Questions
Is organic food healthier?
There are two types. Those we grow or those we get from someone else. Although there are exceptions to each category, most of the answers to your question are yes. Organic food is healthier than conventional food because it doesn’t contain harmful chemicals, pesticides or herbicides. It also doesn’t contain preservatives or genetically modified organisms.
Organic food can be found in supermarkets throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Organic food can now be found in many grocery stores making it easier for shoppers to choose organic products.
Organic food tastes better and is more nutritious, as it has higher levels of vitamins and minerals. Organics are often grown without pesticides and synthetic fertilizers. This means that they do not pollute the soil and water sources.
The USDA regulates organic farming practices and requires farmers to follow strict guidelines to ensure that organic produce is safe to eat. There are over 30 million acres of US organic farmland.
As an added benefit, organic food is often much cheaper than conventional food. Consumers are paying less for the same amount of calories, protein, and nutrients. 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. If you care about the health of yourself and your family, consider switching to organic food.
Organic food has been a popular alternative for standard American diets. While many believe organic food can only come from specialty markets and fine dining restaurants, it is not true. You can easily purchase organic food in regular grocery stores throughout the United States.
Organic food sales have increased significantly in recent years. In the US, organic food sales reached $43Billion in 2012, an increase of $21Billion in 2007.
How do I know if my produce is organic?
These three labels are essential if you want to be certain that you are purchasing organic produce.
USDA Organic Certified- This product has been certified organic by the USDA.
Certified Naturally-Grown - Produce which has passed strict organic practices requirements, but not yet received USDA certification.
Pastured/Free range - These are animals that live outside and graze freely on grasses and herbs.
These labels are used to indicate that the product meets specified criteria.
- No synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
- No genetically modified organisms
- Animals are never given antibiotics
- Animals never receive hormones
- No growth-promoting medications
- No feed additives
- No artificial ingredients
- No irradiation
- There's no sewage waste sludge
- No GMOs
- Never gave antibiotics
- No hormones ever given
- No growth-promoting drugs
- No feed-additives
- No artificial ingredients
- No sewage solids (if it's not GMO).
- No irradiation
I hope you found the article useful.
Is organic meat more nutritious?
You probably know the answer if you have been paying attention for a while. The problem is that organic food is increasingly popular, but conventional food continues its decline.
Organic foods continue to be popular because they offer a healthier alternative. Organic products are healthier for us and the environment.
But there are two sides to this coin. Organic produce takes longer and requires more resources. Organic food is generally more expensive than nonorganic.
Organic meats are generally more expensive than conventionally raised animals. But there are ways to cut costs without sacrificing quality.
Buy local to save money. Buying locally grown fruits and vegetables helps keep prices low because farmers receive incentives to grow healthy crops.
Deals are another way to cut costs. Organics often come with discounts.
Another way to save money? Eat less meat. The feed required to raise cattle can make meat production expensive.
There are many reasons organic foods are better for our bodies and the environment, but we need to be mindful of the cost.
Statistics
- 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)
- 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)
- 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)
External Links
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- A Review of Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health: Cancer Risk and Occupational Pesticide Expositions: Part B: Vol 15, Number 4
- Genetically modified food: safety, risk and public concerns - a review - Journal of Food Science and Technology
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- PubMed: Assessment of the micronutrients found in plant foods that are produced using organic and conventional agricultural techniques - PubMed
- PubMed: Comparison of the total phenolic, ascorbic acid and freeze-dried strawberry, marionberry, and corn grown with conventional, organic, sustainable agricultural practices.
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- EWG's 2022 Shopper’s Guide to pesticides in produce
- Clean Fifteen(tm). Conventional Produce with the Least Pesticides
How To
How to afford Organic Meat even when on a Budget
Here are some tips and tricks that will help you save money on organic meat.
I'll give you some tips about where to find organic meats at a low price and how much it costs per pound. You'll learn how to get the best from what you buy.
Healthy eating doesn't require you to spend a lot. Sometimes you need to be creative in order to save money and still eat healthy. Here are my top tips for keeping food costs down and still enjoying the many benefits of organic meat.
- Wholesale clubs - Sams Club, Costco, and Sams Club offer great deals on bulk foods like chicken breasts. You may be able to get large quantities of meat for as low as 50 pounds if your home is near one of these stores. This way, you won't waste any meat. You can also freeze the meat if you buy it bulk.
- You can shop online for meat at great prices. Amazon, for example, offers Prime Pantry, a weekly deal that includes free shipping on orders greater than $35 There are discounts on roasts, ground beef and lamb steaks as well as pork loins. It's easy to browse their website and see what's available at different times.
- Local farmers often charge less than big box retailers due to the fact that they don't have large overheads for stocking their shelves. Plus, they know exactly what their animals ate and drank, so they know exactly what's inside their bodies.
- You should look for the leanest cuts of meat. Lean meat is typically cheaper to cook than fatty. The leanest cuts are therefore preferred. The most popular are sirloin or flank steak, tenderloin roasts, top round steak, and top roast steak. These cuts have high protein and low fat.
- Try new recipes. It's possible to reduce grocery expenses by cooking new recipes using ingredients you've never tried before. You may be amazed at the variety of delicious dishes that you can make with fresh tomatoes, onions garlic, olive oil and spices.
- You can be creative with leftovers. If you have leftover poultry or meat, you can use them to make sandwiches, soups and casseroles. It's easy to make quick lunches and dinners with leftover meat.
Here you have it! That's my list of tips on how to afford organic meat even though you're on a budget. Do you have any other tips? Do you have any suggestions for me on where to find cheap meat?
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