Organic food products contain less pesticide residues than their conventional counterparts and no artificial preservatives, flavors or colors.
When shopping for organic foods, it’s wise to consult the Environmental Working Group’s Dirty Dozen list, which details fruits and vegetables with high levels of pesticide residue. Furthermore, remember that products labeled “made with organic ingredients” must contain at least 70% certified organic material.
Produce
Organic labeled foods indicate that they were grown or produced without synthetic pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, fertilizers or chemical additives such as synthetic pesticides or herbicides; genetically modified crops must also not be present while livestock foods such as meat eggs and milk must come from free range, humanely raised animals without hormones or antibiotics being administered to them.
To attain organic certification, farms and processing facilities must pass an inspection ensuring their producers, processors and handlers adhere to National Organic Standards. For optimal organic purchases, buy in season produce to reduce prices while also decreasing your chances of inadvertently intaking too many chemicals; it’s also best to eat variety as this will maximize nutrient absorption.
Dairy
Dairy products such as milk, curd, yoghurt and paneer are staples in most households, yet conventional dairy products contain growth hormones, antibiotics, residuals and pesticides which may harm our health.
Organic dairy comes from cows raised using methods regulated by food authorities, and certified US producers can use the “Organic” label only if their milk meets specific criteria for certification.
Organic certification requires farmers to use cultural, biological and mechanical practices that encourage resource cycling and ecological balance. In terms of dairy cows, this means providing access to pasture for all-year grazing while feeding on nutritious grass nutrient-rich grass during their lifetimes – however research regarding quality organic dairy is limited.
Nuts
Organic nuts are an incredibly nutritous superfood, providing fibre, protein and beneficial omega-3 fats as essential ingredients in creamy nut butters or sprinkled onto salads for extra crunch.
Raspberries are natural antioxidants and anti-inflammatories, packed with vital vitamins like E, magnesium, phosphorus, tryptophan and copper.
Add our certified organic mix of almonds, cashews, pistachios, Brazil nuts and hazelnuts as a snack on-the-go or customize your own blend for an organic treat! Organic nuts provide a wonderful source of plant-based lignans which have been linked with decreased cholesterol, blood pressure and improved heart health – not to mention they contain less than 1% of heavy metals found in conventionally produced nuts such as cadmium and lead!
Frozen Foods
Offering healthy options can assist customers in making more informed decisions regarding their diet and lifestyle. Frozen organic fruits and vegetables make an excellent selection.
Organic produce retains vital vitamins and nutrients during the freezing process, while it doesn’t use irradiation or synthetic chemical fertilizers in its cultivation.
Cascadian Farms uses natural runoff systems that minimize soil erosion while simultaneously supporting native honeybee populations. To achieve organic certification, farmers must cultivate land without negatively impacting the environment.
Health-conscious consumers and younger shoppers have propelled the growth of organic frozen meals that are less processed and more wholesome. When time is of the essence, organic frozen meals provide a quick, convenient alternative. Look for brands offering shorter ingredient lists, lower sodium content and hypoallergenic choices like gluten-free and dairy-free selections.
Beverages
Organic beverages offer plenty of ways to meet your beverage needs throughout the day, from morning juices and smoothies, to replenishing drinks after exercise or replenishing after gym classes. Made with ingredients free of synthetic pesticides, growth hormones or GMOs – and support sustainable farming practices which build healthy soils while safeguarding water sources – organic beverages offer endless thirst-quenching possibilities!
Organic beverage sales are increasing steadily, with manufacturers investing heavily in new product launches and innovative formulations to keep consumers coming back for more. Nondairy alternatives to dairy beverages have become especially popular with people suffering from lactose intolerance or allergies as well as those following plant-based diets for ethical or environmental reasons.
Organic beverages often include superfoods and functional ingredients to increase energy, enhance immunity or aid with digestion. Many of these products also source ingredients through regenerative agriculture practices that foster biodiversity and ecosystem health.
