What are the real Health Benefits of Organic Food? You might have heard the news: according to recent studies, there’s no significant difference in nutrient content between organically grown food and food that’s grown using conventional methods. The scientific evidence shows that we’ll be getting roughly the same nutrient amounts regardless of how the food
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Many people, especially those inclined to agribusiness now have their eyes wide-opened to the importance of organic food production. Not only for the people who consume the food but for the farmers who do not want to expose themselves and their workers to toxic chemicals and shorten their lifespan and quality of life. These are
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One way or another you have probably seen, heard or read about Al Gore’s 2006 documentary ‘ An Inconvenient Truth’ which highlighted how much global warming has affected the planet. Al Gore picked up on global warming and started to educate countries around the world about the threat. At one point, he asked how global
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In order to be a producer of certified organic foods, a business has to comply with the national or international standards set for organic farming and processing. Although requirements vary from country to country, standards are set to minimize the use of synthetic stimulants in the production of food. There are environmental concerns as well
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Organic Food Certification in Australia The most effective way to check the quality of food labeled “organic” is to look for specific logos on the label or to find out about the farmers directly. Certified Organic food must meet certain strict criteria in Australia these two websites give detailed information on what is required. Logos
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According to USDA’s scientific tests, most non-organic foods will still have residual pesticides even after rinsing them thoroughly. Consuming organic fruit and vegetables will ensure you avoid these toxic chemicals. Some fruits and vegetables farmed in the conventional method have more harmful pesticides then others. The top 10 fruits and vegetables that we should consume
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With its increasing popularity, perhaps we all have heard or read about “Organic foods” somewhere online or on the TV. So why Organic Foods? Nowadays, organic foods are invading not just the markets but also the super market. Health enthusiasts and health-conscious individuals are starting to become more aware of organic foods and their health
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Researchers and experts have studied and unveiled the importance of eating organic produce. Since then, there has been an increasing number of individuals going after organic foods despite the fact that these foods are more expensive than the commercially produced foods. A lot of people are becoming aware of the benefits of buying and consuming
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Conscious about you diet and want to stick with authentic organic food while in Australia? Well, here’s a look at how you can be sure of getting the real deal when on the lookout for certified organic food in the Australian market. Just like other countries, Australia also has its own national standard which establishes
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Hi Nick, Glenn and Nada, Very interesting article about pesticides and their ability to disrupt hormones http://www.who.int/mediacentre/news/releases/2013/hormone_disrupting_20130219/en/ I have a background as a Dietitian and have seen the effects of both natural and synthetic chemicals on children via their diets. I understand that in this world, we have set up the system so that synthetic
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In the context of chemistry, “organic” means anything that contains carbon and includes virtually everything that is considered edible. All types of foods, even pesticides and toxins are considered organic. However, when it comes to organic foods, the term “organic” means the absence of any artificial, chemical or synthetic inputs and applications in food production.
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You may already know a bit about the health benefits of organic living, especially eating organic produce instead of typical pesticide and hormone-laden, genetically modified (GM) supermarket fare. But did you know that organic living also benefits the environment? Organic fruits and vegetables, along with products made from organic materials, impact the environment far less
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I thought that I ate mostly organic food. However when I really thought about it I discovered this was really only at Bf and dinner. So I thought I would try to just eat organic. I organised myself to have plenty of organic food delivered and three local places I can buy organic food if
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What is Organic Food Usually Free From? Synthetic pesticides Chemical fertilizers Food irradiation Food additives Industrial solvents Chemical ripening Genetic modification Growth and other hormones Veterinary Drugs Also Possibly uses less energy to produce Less toxins in our rivers and oceans Is it any wonder that the organic food market is growing at a rapid
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During my training as a Dietitian in the early nineties we were telling everyone they needed 5 serves of fruit and vegetables a day. That just by increasing your intake could make a huge difference to your health and well being. Well now it is 7 serves of fruit and vegetables a day that is
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