Guest guest Posted February 16, 2007 Report Share Posted February 16, 2007 Can someone please tell me the difference between organic and natural food..........I am trying to change our lifestyle and see both foods offered and I am not sure which to pick. Thanks, Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 16, 2007 Report Share Posted February 16, 2007 Hi Susan, Here's something to help answer your question. Considering that our food is a big source of toxins and the more I investigated it, the more I began to realize we NEED to eat organic. It's not a luxury, it can mean the difference of staying healthy and getting chronic illness later in life. Organically grown food has more mineral content as well. It will spoil faster since it's not genetically engineer or treated with preservatives so you may need to shop a bit more often but it's worth it. You can find articles and resources on my website as well. Found this on the internet and saved it a long time ago, sorry I can't post a link: 10 Good Reasons To Go Organic Organic products meet stringent standards Organic certification is the public's assurance that products have been grown and handled according to strict procedures without persistent toxic chemical inputs. Organic food tastes great! It's common sense – well-balanced soils produce strong, healthy plants that become nourishing food for people and animals. Organic production reduces health risks Many EPA-approved pesticides were registered long before extensive research linked these chemicals to cancer and other diseases. Organic agriculture is one way to prevent any more of these chemicals from getting into the air, earth and water that sustain us. Organic farms respect our water resources The elimination of polluting chemicals and nitrogen leaching, done in combination with soil building, protects and conserves water resources. Organic farmers build healthy soil Soil is the foundation of the food chain. The primary focus of organic farming is to use practices that build healthy soils. Organic farmers work in harmony with nature Organic agricultural respects the balance demanded of a healthy ecosystem: wildlife is encouraged by including forage crops in rotation and by retaining fence rows, wetlands, and other natural areas. Organic producers are leaders in innovative research Organic farmers have led the way, largely at their own expense, with innovative on-farm research aimed at reducing pesticide use and minimizing agriculture's impact on the environment. Organic producers strive to preserve diversity The loss of a large variety of species (biodiversity) is one of the most pressing environmental concerns. The good news is that many organic farmers and gardeners have been collecting and preserving seeds, and growing unusual varieties for decades. Organic farming helps keep rural communities healthy USDA reported that in 1997, half of U.S. farm production came from only 2% of farms. Organic agriculture can be a lifeline for small farms because it offers an alternative market where sellers can command fair prices for crops. Organic abundance – Foods and non-foods alike! Now every food category has an organic alternative. And non-food agricultural products are being grown organically – even cotton, which most experts felt could not be grown this way. For Healthy Certified Organic Personal Care products that are safe enough to eat see: www.goodskinforlife.com Sharon , " RSC " <croker92 wrote: > > Can someone please tell me the difference between organic and natural > food..........I am trying to change our lifestyle and see both foods > offered and I am not sure which to pick. > > Thanks, Susan > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 16, 2007 Report Share Posted February 16, 2007 Hi Susan, There is an excellent series of articles on this at www.organicsmart.mionegroup.com. The 'education' tab is a good place to begin, and it will get into definitions and references to other articles as well. Happy educating. Linda > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 17, 2007 Report Share Posted February 17, 2007 Hi Susan, Yes with everyone jumping on the " Natural & Organic " train......... I can tell you that here in Australia to have a food/vege/fruit ect classified as " Certified Organic " it has to be grown in soil that has been 100% chemical free for at least 5-7yrs. Here is a link to some info on Organic http://carolinehayes.mionegroup.com/MainSite/Index.aspx Regards Caroline Hayes http://www.alwaysnaturallygreat.com Certified Organic Skin, Hair, Cosmetic & Personal Care Products " If we want to move toward a low polluting sustainable society we need to get consumers to think about their purchases " David Suzuki - RSC Friday, February 16, 2007 1:54 PM Natural or Oraganic Can someone please tell me the difference between organic and natural food..........I am trying to change our lifestyle and see both foods offered and I am not sure which to pick. Thanks, Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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