Wednesday, February 4, 2009

What the heck does all this mean

To be organic produce it must:

Be grown in a field
Free of synthetic pesticides or fertilizers (synthetic pretty much means chemicals and not so great for the body)
And have been following these guidelines for at least 3 years


Organic meat, eggs and dairy means

Animals cannot be fed antibiotics or growth hormones
and fed an all organic diet


When it comes to your packaged products, here is a breakdown of the termanology.

"USDA 100% Organic"Means just that. Everything used in this product is organic.
"USDA Organic"
Means at least 95%of the ingredients are organic.
"USDA Made With Organic Ingredients"Means at least 70% of the ingredients are organic.

When something says all natural it means:

No added artificial coloring
No artificial ingredients
Minimal processing

2 comments:

  1. How excitting! I have been wanting to go organic and eat healthier for a while now but I have been afraid of the costs. Can't wait to see what you post!

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  2. Good for you! I went raw a month ago and it has changed my whole system for the better. I have even lost 11 pound so far!! Check out my www.rawlifeforme.blogspot.com and keep it up!

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