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Nutrition
Organic Foods
What does Organic mean?
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that it has been produced without the use of
artificial chemicals, fertilizers, or pesticides.
it has not been genetically modified in any
way.
The word “organic” refers to a natural or
“earth-friendly” method of farming and
producing food.
3 Different Types of Organic
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100% organic-all ingredients in the food
must be organic
“Organic”-foods must contain 95%
organic products
“Made with organic ingredients”-must
contain 70% organic products
Organic Farming
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This means that those foods, such as fruits and
vegetables, will never be sprayed with chemicals
to keep insects from eating them.
Organic food is instead grown using methods of
farming that are less harmful to the environment
than conventional techniques that utilize different
types of chemicals.
Organic farming methods are designed to
work with nature, not against it.
Organic Food Labeling
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There are many kinds of foods that can be labeled
organic, including fruits and vegetables, grains,
dairy products, and meat.
There are even organic convenience foods, like
hamburgers and ice cream.
If it is an organic packaged food, all ingredients
must be organic for it to be labeled as such.
In the United States, it is
possible to eat, drink, and
wear only organic
products. There are even
organic products with
which to paint and decorate
your home.
Choosing to Eat Organically
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Protecting the Environment
The Ethical Treatment of Animals
Supporting Independent Farmers
Top 12 Foods to eat Organic
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Meat
Milk
Coffee
Peaches
Apples
Bell peppers
Celery
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Strawberries
Lettuce
Grapes
Potatoes
Tomatoes
Making the Switch
Eating organic foods doesn’t mean you have
to change your entire diet. You should
experiment with a variety of different foods
and try whatever you think you might enjoy.
There are many different kinds of organic
foods available, from basics like bread and
milk to exotic fruits and delicious ice creams.
Myths and Facts About
Organic Foods
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Myth. If the label on a food product states that it
has no preservatives or additives, it was grown
without pesticides.
Fact. Only if food label reads “no pesticides” does
it mean that it was not sprayed with pesticides
during its growth. Additives and preservatives are
chemicals that are added to food during processing
after it’s harvested.
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Myth. If a food was grown on an organic
farm, it means that it is organic.
Fact. Again, it’s best to read the label
closely. If the label reads “made with
organic ingredients,” it is not a 100 percent
organic food product.
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Myth. All organic products are good for the earth.
Fact. While organic crops are great for humans,
like any other plants, organic crops can deplete the
earth of nutrients. To replace the three most
important soil nutrients—nitrogen, phosphorus,
and potassium—organic farmers rotate their
planting from one field to another, and plant
legumes like beans.