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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of organic products for skin?
Organic skincare products don't contain any synthetic chemicals such as parabens or phthalates.
Organic skincare products don't contain artificial colours or fragrances.
They can also be used to maintain healthy skin, protect against premature aging, promote healing from injuries, and improve overall well-being.
These are some standard terms you might come across when shopping for organic items:
- Paraben Free- These are chemicals that help to keep certain cosmetics stable. But, they can also be toxic if taken in large quantities.
- Fragrance-Free - the product does not have added fragrance or essential oils.
- Cruelty Free - No animals were injured during the manufacturing process.
- Natural Ingredients: The ingredient is naturally derived form the animal or plant.
- Vegan/Vegetarian: The ingredients can be either vegetarian or vegan.
- Gluten-Free - this means that gluten was removed from the formulation.
- Non-Toxic: The product does not contain toxic substances, carcinogens or any other harmful compounds that could cause harm to your health.
- Biodegradable product - when thrown out, the product will disintegrate into harmless components.
- Pesticide Free - No pesticides were used during the growing or harvesting processes.
- GMO-Free refers to the fact that no ingredients in the product contain genetically modified organisms.
- Certified Organic is a certification that the ingredients of the recipe were grown using sustainable methods.
Which are the best organic vegetables?
Organic vegetables are the most nutritious and healthy food source for humans. They are among the most nutritious foods on Earth.
Organic produce is produced without pesticides or herbicides. These chemicals can be dangerous to our environment as well as our health.
Organic produce also has more nutrients, vitamins minerals, antioxidants and phytonutrients. They also contain more fibre, essential fatty acids, enzymes, fiber, and enzymes. Because we absorb these nutrients better from organic foods, this makes them healthier.
Organic vegetables are delicious and safe to eat. Consuming organic produce has no known side effects.
Every grocery store will carry organic fruit and vegetables. Organic produce can be found at any grocery store as long as it is produced in accordance with USDA guidelines. This means that they must meet the standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture.
What is organic food?
Organic produce is produced without synthetic fertilizers or pesticides. 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 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 have a higher fiber content and are lower in calories and fat than conventionally manufactured ones.
What is inorganic foods?
Organic food is grown without pesticides and artificial fertilizers. These chemicals could cause health problems for those who eat inorganic food.
Organic food is organically grown without the use of harmful chemicals such as pesticides or herbicides. These chemicals can cause harm to animals and humans.
Inorganic food includes meat, fish, eggs, milk, cheese, butter, yogurt, honey, grains, vegetables, fruits, spices, and herbs.
Organic refers the way an agricultural product grows. Organic farming, for example, uses natural methods and soil amendments in order to grow crops. Conventional farming, however, uses pesticides and synthetic fertilizers.
Organic foods must comply with strict guidelines set forth by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. All organic food must comply with the National Organic Program Standards. This means that it must not contain prohibited materials like antibiotics, growth hormones or genetically modified organisms (GMOs), as well as industrial solvents. Organic food must not be produced with toxic chemicals, petroleum or sewage sludges or ionizing radioactive substances.
What are the benefits of organic fruits?
Organic food does not contain pesticides or synthetic fertilizers. They also contain more nutrients, such as vitamins A, C, E, and K, plus omega-3 fatty acids. These healthy ingredients make organic food better for our bodies and the planet.
Organic foods are grown using sustainable farming practices that preserve soil quality and encourage biological diversity. They are free from harmful chemicals, radiation, and sewage sludge.
Many organic products are not associated with produce. They include dairy and meat, poultry, eggs baked goods, pet food, household cleaning supplies, and personal care products.
The USDA defines organic as crops grown in accordance with strict federal regulations. Non-organic methods cannot be used by farmers to grow 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. Farmers cannot use genetically modified organisms (GMOs), artificial growth hormones, synthetic insecticides, or synthetic fertilizers.
Vegetables and fruits labeled as "100% organic" fulfill all of the requirements. But, not all farms label their produce as 100% organic. It would confuse consumers. Instead, they will call their product "made using organic ingredients." "
Are organic foods healthier?
According to the Environmental Working Group's recent report on pesticide residues within foods, organic fruits & vegetables contained nearly half of the pesticides that non-organic varieties. Organic strawberries contained four times more pesticides that their conventional counterparts, and organic apples contained eight percent less.
Another study suggests that organic food can reduce exposure to toxic metals such as lead and mercury. For instance, one study showed that children who consumed organic meat had 33% less blood lead levels than children who did not. A second study found that conventional fish should be avoided by pregnant women due to the high levels of mercury.
Organic food tends to be healthier than nonorganic. Experts recommend that you choose fresh fruits and vegetables whenever possible to lower your chance of developing cancer or other diseases.
What are the things to look for when purchasing organic products?
USDA-certified organic labels are recommended. This seal signifies that the product meets specific USDA standards. Look out for the USDA Organic seal on boxes, cartons cans and jars.
When shopping for meat ensure it comes only from cows that are fed 100% organic feed. Cattle are ruminants which means that they chew the cud. Ruminant cattle have 4 stomach compartments: Rumen, reticulum and omasum. Organic feeding must be done on all organs of the animal in order to get the cow labelled organic 100 percent.
Buy chicken from only organic chickens that have been fed 100% organic food and are not given antibiotics. Chickens are omnivores, meaning they eat both plants and animals. A digestive tract that is omnivorous includes a crop, proventriculus and gizzard. It also contains small intestines, large intestines, and anus.
It is important to ensure that dairy products are from cows that were fed 100% organic feed. Just like ruminants, dairy cows also have four stomachs. Milk comes from the fourth stomach compartment--the udder.
Check the label when purchasing livestock of any other type to find out what percentage was used in the animal's diet. Pork may be labeled "95% Organic" which means that 95 percent of its feed was 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)
- 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)
- Brands participating in this challenge are committed to using 100 percent sustainable cotton by 2025.[5] (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 carotenoid- and vitamin analysis of milk coming from total mixed ration-fed cattle optimized for xanthophyll discovery - ScienceDirect
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- Evaluation of the micronutrient composition of plant foods produced by organic and conventional agricultural methods - PubMed
- Comparison of the total phenolic and ascorbic acid content of freeze-dried and air-dried marionberry, strawberry, and corn grown using conventional, organic, and sustainable agricultural practices - PubMed
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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 can be produced without the use of genetic engineering or ionizing radiation. No artificial colourings, flavour enhancers, preservatives, or colourings must be used in the food. It must not contain genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
When Justus von Liebig, a chemical chemist, coined "organic", which means "life-giving," to describe the properties in manure, the term "organic" was used for the first time. Nowadays, most people associate the term organic with the production of food. Organic is a product that contains only naturally occurring substances, such a proteins, fats, or minerals.
The global consumption of organic products has increased dramatically over the past decade. Recent statistics indicate that approximately half of the world’s population eats at least one organic food per day. This percentage is increasing and will reach 70%, 80% and 90% by 2020.
There are many factors that consumers choose organic produce. Some prefer the flavor, while others prefer them because they are healthier. Others also believe organic farming makes it more sustainable. However, there are also ethical concerns regarding the treatment of farm workers and animals, which is why some consumers opt for non-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. The availability of suitable land for organic agriculture is one factor. Another factor is the cost of inputs, labour and materials required for organic agriculture. Transportation costs, marketing expenses, and taxes are all factors. The average European price for organic food is 10% lower than the regular price.
Below is a summary of the major differences between organic food and conventional food.
- Organic produce is free of chemicals, hormones, antibiotics, synthetic fertilizers, and growth regulators.
- Organic livestock is fed grasses & grains, not corn and soybean meal.
- Organic milk is only produced from cows that are fed all-natural hay and pasture grasses.
- All raw materials used for organic manufacturing are certified organic.
- Organic fruits and vegetables are not allowed to be grown or processed with pesticides.
- Organic meat, poultry, and seafood are free from radiation.
- Pre-soaking is recommended for raw nuts and seed.
- Organic cooking uses only healthy oils.
- Organic eggs are laid naturally by hens.
- The traditional methods used by bees to extract honey organically are still in use today.
- Organic chocolate is made from beans and sugar that have been grown organically and then processed.
- Organic wines are made without chemical additives.
- The tea leaves of organic tea come from tea plants that have been hand picked.
- Organic cotton is grown without any form of pesticide or herbicide.
- Organic cereals and flours contain no preservatives, artificial colours, or flavours.
- Shampoos and soaps made from all natural ingredients are free of harsh chemicals.
- All-natural cosmetics for skin are safe
- All natural cleaning solutions are biodegradable and eco-friendly.
- All natural body care products can be used safely and are dermatologically tested.
- All-natural, fragrance-free personal hygiene products can be safely used by babies.
- The all-natural baby formula is free of bovine serum and animal rennet.
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