Green Food Explored

The following statements are commonly used by those who do not buy organic foods.
I am not interested in eating Organic food!
I can't afford to shop at organic food stores!
I don't think the United States Government would allow toxic chemicals in our food!
What about the FDA don't they inspect the food?
What's wrong with red meat?
The bible tells us all things are OK to eat.

I am not a health food junkie!

Any of the above statements sound familiar? I fully understand the reluctance to change to organic, green foods. I know it is easier to go to a local chain store and buy whatever you need.

In addition, organic food can cost more than food grown useing toxic chemicals. Come on, your health is worth the drive and the price for organic food. You will be surprised, the prices are not much higher if any than other food products. Actually, we have found some really good bargains in health food stores.

You can come up with a million and one reason not to go organic but the truth remains our food contains toxic chemicals.

According to Organic Natural Health Organization: Toxic Chemicals Found in Nearly ALL Foods

"A report released by the Pesticide Action Network North America and Commonweal finds that Americans can experience up to 70 daily exposures to residues of a class of toxic chemicals known as persistent organic pollutants (POPs), including such chemicals as DDT and dioxin, through their diets.

The report, "Nowhere to Hide: Persistent Toxic Chemicals in the U.S. Food Supply," analyzes chemical residue data collected by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and finds persistent chemical contaminants in ALL food groups."

Sounds serious and it is. I believe the only answer is to grow our own food when possible or buy green foods, organic food.

* Childhood asthma has increased over 200% * Childhood obesity is up 400% * Disorders such as ADHD and autism have skyrocketed * 30% of children have two or more cardiac risk factors

Additionally, a study of 1 million students in New York showed that students who ate lunches that did not include artificial flavors, preservatives, and dyes did 14 percent better on IQ tests than students who ate lunches with these additives.

* Life expectancy decline was caused by increased mortality from lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) * Certain forms of cancer are directly attributed to food and environmental contaminants * Neurodegenerative diseases: for example Alzheimer's Disease has more than doubled since 1980. Science News predicts that Alzheimer's Disease will quadruple by 2050. * Autoimmune diseases, such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, are also increasing ...

After reading this information maybe you are leaning toward organic. It is hard to believe we are actually sold food that can be harmful to our body but.....What else can be said. If you research toxic chemicals in the food you will stand in amazement.

Green Food is Safe Food

Would you eat food sprayed with pesticide? Come on now, no person on the face of this earth in his or her right mind would eat pesticide on purpose. Our food has toxic chemicals on them and in them. The toxic chemicals on and in our foods are dangerous.

Oh but it is only in small amounts. After all, we cook our food and it kills everything. Wrong, heat does not kill pesticide or other toxic chemical nor does washing the food rub off the toxic chemicals.

Conventional vs. organic farmingOrganic foods: Are they safer? More nutritious? by Mayo Clinic Staff

"The word "organic" refers to the way farmers grow and process agricultural products, such as fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy products and meat. Organic farming practices are designed to encourage soil and water conservation and reduce pollution. Farmers who grow organic produce and meat don't use conventional methods to fertilize, control weeds or prevent livestock disease. For example, rather than using chemical weedkillers, organic farmers may conduct sophisticated crop rotations and spread mulch or manure to keep weeds at bay." Mayo Clinic

Green Foods-Buy Organic

Ok, after reading these little tid-bits are you ready to run off to the organic food store. No, not yet, well maybe you will after you read more information. Maybe you already buy organic foods. This site is still for you. Why don't you send the page to one of your loved ones who does not see the need to go green?

Buying green foods can be expensive, and some produce is less likely to be contaminated than others. In order to stay within budget, many of us may have to focus on eliminating (or buying organic) those foods with the highest amounts of pesticides, chemicals, additives and hormones. Below are some more useful tips ...

2. Join a community-supported agriculture program if one is available near you (it allows you to buy produce, meats and other foods directly from the farm)

4. If you must shop in a supermarket, look for locally grown items, which are likely to be fresher than other foods

How to go organic?

Change is never easy but is always possible. Have you ever heard or read the serenity prayer? "God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change. The courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the different."

Sounds like a conspiracy, toxic chemicals in our food and all that. I don't know about a conspiracy but I do know the issue needs our attention. Many of my friends and family have died from cancer. I believe the rise in the cancer rate is directly related to what we eat, breathe and drink. It is time to change.

If you are not buying organic food, the transition is easy. Start with finding a store that sells organic food. Some of the chains are starting to carry a few green items but your best bet is find a good healthy store.

Decide to buy one or two items. You don't have to go crazy with this thing yet. Maybe try some organic peanut butter. I love the peanut butter. Each week or each month add another item. You will be surprised about the prices. In fact, in some organic stores the prices are less than the chains

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