Thaw the chicken breast and make this super delicious and easy recipe.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between organic foods and inorganic food?

Organic food is free from pesticides, chemical fertilizers and sewage sludge. It can also be grown without irradiation or genetic modification. Organic farming practices promote soil health, water quality and animal welfare.

Inorganic foods are grown with pesticides, chemical fertilizers, and sewage sludge. Irradiated foods are treated with radiation; genetically modified organisms (GMO) are created through biological engineering techniques.

"Organic" and "natural" are often interchangeable. However, natural does not necessarily mean organic. Some products labeled "natural" may also contain synthetic ingredients.

Organic produce is typically more nutritious than conventional produce because the soil contains fewer harmful chemicals and pesticides. Organic farmers don't use any artificial fertilizers, hormones or antibiotics.

Organic foods are better for us.

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.

Research has also suggested that organic food may reduce mercury and lead exposure. A study concluded that children who ate organic meat had 33% lower levels of blood lead than those who didn’t. Another study concluded conventional fish consumption should be stopped by pregnant women because it contains high levels of mercury.

Overall, organic food does seem to be safer than its non-organic counterpart. Experts recommend fresh vegetables and fruits whenever possible in order to reduce the risk of getting cancer.

Is organic the same as pesticide-free?

Organic food does not contain pesticides or chemicals and is therefore chemical-free. This means that organic foods are not subject to chemical pesticides or fertilizers.

Organic produce also contains more nutrients than conventionally produced foods because it contains no harmful additives.

The USDA National Organic Program requires that organic farming practices be followed by farmers.

These guidelines include soil preparation, crop rotation, pest control, water conservation, and harvesting practices.

Organic farming also promotes healthy ecosystems which are beneficial to wildlife and natural habitats.

Is organic meat more nutritious?

If you've been paying any attention, you likely already know the answer. Here's the problem: Organic food is becoming more sought-after, while traditional food continues to decline in popularity.

Organic foods are becoming more popular because they are better for us. Organic products are not only safer for our health but also reduce pollution and waste.

There are many sides to this coin. Organic produce takes more time to grow and requires greater resources. Organic food is more expensive than non-organic.

Organic meats are typically higher priced than conventionally raised animals. There are however ways to lower these costs without sacrificing the quality of organic meats.

One way to save money is to buy locally. Buying locally grown fruits and vegetables helps keep prices low because farmers receive incentives to grow healthy crops.

A great way to save money is to search for deals. Organics often come with discounts.

Another way to save money? Eat less meat. Meat production can be costly due to the feed needed to raise livestock.

While there are many reasons organic food is better for our bodies as well as the planet, we must not forget the cost.

How can I determine if my produce was organic?

These are the labels you should look for to ensure you are purchasing organic produce

USDA Organic Certified: Produces certified by USDA as 100% organic.

Certified Naturally Grown: Produce that has been grown in accordance with organic practices, but has yet to receive certification from USDA.

Pastured/Free range - These are animals that live outside and graze freely on grasses and herbs.

These labels indicate that the product meets certain criteria.

• No synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
• There are no genetically modified organisms
• Animals are not given antibiotics.
• No hormones are ever given to the animal
• No growth-promoting drugs
• No feed additives
• No artificial ingredients
• No irradiation
• There is no sewage sludge
• No GMOs
• Antibiotics have never been administered
• No hormones ever given
• No growth-promoting drugs
• No feed additives
• No artificial ingredients
• No sewage sludge, if it's not a GMO
• No irradiation

I hope this article has been helpful.

Statistics

• Cosmetic brands such as Laurel and Rose Mira are 100 percent organic and have a wide array of skincare products. (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)
• 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)

External Links

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• Organic food and the impact on human nutrition: A comparison of the status-quo and potential 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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• PubMed Evaluation of the micronutrients in plant foods made by conventional and organic farming methods.


• Comparison of the total and ascorbic Acid content of freeze-dried and frozen-dried marionberry, strawberries, and corn grown according to conventional, organic, and sustainable agriculture practices - PubMed

How To

How to Buy Organic Meat Even on a Limited Budget

This post will share some tips and tricks to help you buy organic meat without breaking the bank.

Here are my tips for finding cheap organic meats. I'll also tell you how much each pound costs. You'll learn how to get the best from what you buy.

You don't need to spend a lot of money to eat healthily. Sometimes, it takes a bit of creativity to save money while eating well. Here are my top tips for keeping food costs down and still enjoying the many benefits of organic meat.

1. Wholesale clubs - Sams Club and Costco are great places for bulk food like chicken breasts or pork chops. 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 ensures that meat is not wasted. You can also freeze the meat if you buy it bulk.
2. Shopping online is easy - There are tons of websites that sell meat at reduced prices. Amazon offers Prime Pantry weekly deals, including free shipping for orders above $35 They offer discounts on beef roasts, ground beef, lamb steaks, and pork loins. You can easily browse their website to see what is available at different times.
3. Local farmers often charge less than big box retailers due to the fact that they don't have large overheads for stocking their shelves. Local farmers also know exactly what their animals have eaten and drank so they can determine what's in their bodies.
4. Look for lean cuts of meat. Fatty meats are generally more expensive to cook. So, look for the leanest cuts. These include sirloin, tenderloin, top round, flank, and top-round steaks. These cuts have high protein and low fat.
5. Try new recipes - Don't be afraid to try new things! Cooking with new ingredients is one of the best ways to cut your grocery bills. You may be amazed at the variety of delicious dishes that you can make with fresh tomatoes, onions garlic, olive oil and spices.
6. Be creative with leftovers - If you have leftover cooked meat or poultry, use them for sandwiches, salads, soups, casseroles, etc. Leftover meat is perfect for making quick lunches or dinners.

That's it! That's my list of tips on how to afford organic meat even though you're on a budget. Are there any other tips you can share? Any other suggestions?