By Nicole Ohebshalom, Radiant Living Wellness
People are switching to more organic foods even though it's costing them a few more dollars. In my practice I have especially seen those dealing with chronic illness and individuals concerned with preventative care to love and revs up the benefits of organic vegetables, fruits, meat and dairy. A key motivation for consumers doing this is a simple belief that it's better for them. People see that if they spend a few more dollars at Whole Foods it will save them more money and time at the doctor's office.
But is it true that there are health benefits to eating organic food?
The US Department of Agriculture have revealed that since the 1940s the mineral levels in fruits, vegetables, meat and dairy have declined substantially in conventional foods. Combine this with pre-ripened picking, longer storage, and more processing of crops, and it's not surprising that we may be getting fewer nutrients in our food than we were 60 years ago. Government tests show that conventionally grown fruits and vegetables can retain up to 13 pesticides even after washing and cooking.
People are switching to more organic foods even though it's costing them a few more dollars. In my practice I have especially seen those dealing with chronic illness and individuals concerned with preventative care to love and revs up the benefits of organic vegetables, fruits, meat and dairy. A key motivation for consumers doing this is a simple belief that it's better for them. People see that if they spend a few more dollars at Whole Foods it will save them more money and time at the doctor's office.
But is it true that there are health benefits to eating organic food?
The US Department of Agriculture have revealed that since the 1940s the mineral levels in fruits, vegetables, meat and dairy have declined substantially in conventional foods. Combine this with pre-ripened picking, longer storage, and more processing of crops, and it's not surprising that we may be getting fewer nutrients in our food than we were 60 years ago. Government tests show that conventionally grown fruits and vegetables can retain up to 13 pesticides even after washing and cooking.
I am certain people can afford it. Households are spending around five times more on junk food, carryout food, alcohol, and tobacco than on fruits and vegetables. Save money and your health by enjoying the delicious organic fruits and vegetables in your market. Many people have reported to me that better taste of organic food facilitates an increase of fruits and vegetable consumption.
Organic food isn't a luxury. It's how food's supposed to be, and a valuable part of any regimen intended to maintain, improve, or restore health.
Click here for fruits and vegetables that are most important to buy organic and bring it with you when you go food shopping.
Nicole Ohebshalom
Radiant Living Wellness
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