Emily G. asked:


I’m curious to find out which brands in my pantry and refrigerator use organic farming, fair trade, cruelty-free and other fair and healthy farming/testing practices.

I know theres Charity navigator to see which charities are legitimate, is there a similar navigator for foods and products?

WYMAN

Geoffrey B asked:


I’ve noticed lately that when I’m drinking tea it often has a thin organic layer resting at the top. Does anyone know of any components in tea (black tea) that would produce that? I’ve checked for possible contaminants, but everything seems pretty clean. I drew it off the top once, and it does indeed mix with other non-polar solvents, so its likely organic.

Just thought maybe some of you organic chemistry wizards might have some insight on what it could be.

NEELY

iyikka14 asked:


I’m going to give a speech on the pros and cons of GM foods, and I’m not totally sure where organic foods come into play… are they better or worse? I know they’re more expensive, are they more expensive then GM foods?

Please enlighten me!

LOLONYO

rz asked:


I want a decent size organic garden. I would like a lot of tomatoes, green beans, herbs, zuccine, eggplant, squash, lettuces, peppers, and corn. When do I start? Can I start them from seeds now? What can I plant to keep pests away? Any advise would be great.

ROSALIND

Diamond asked:


I was wanting to start my own line of organic panties and don’t know where to look to find organic underwear manufacturers in the United States. Does anyone know where I can start?
I’m looking for organic cotton and not the kind you can eat.

ZAREH

mommy 2 be! asked:


Im taking organic chemistry for pharmacy school, and im looking for some tips on passing it, this is my weakness.

MIYOKO

joe shmo asked:


You probably have seen the green and white USDA Organic symbol on foods at your grocery store. What do you expect from products that bear this label? And do you view companies that make such products differently from others?

LOTTA

Lisa Marie asked:


I am looking for the most natural way to clean our home other than making my own product. Does anybody know of the most efficent safest organic cleaning products that contain the least amount of gunk yet smells good too?

KAYDEN

Zachary Thompson asked:


There are many contaminants that assault us on a daily basis. These toxins are in the air we breathe, the water we drink and the foods we eat, to name just a few. Eating organic food greatly reduces the toxins we consume in our food. Organic food is becoming more popular as people are becoming more health conscious. There are now certain regulations for growing organic foods commercially and many foods, especially eggs, bear an organic certification label.

What is organic food?

Organic food is food that is grown naturally without the aid of commercial fertilizers and chemicals like insecticides, herbicides, and anti-fungal substances. Organic growers use only organic fertilizers and remedies for growing plants. These foods are natural and unrefined. Feeding the animals food that has no chemicals added to it in turn produces organic animal products such as meat, poultry and eggs. For example, chickens and poultry are allowed to roam free as opposed to being kept cooped up in cages, and fruits and vegetables are not chemically ripened.

Advantages of organic food:

There are several advantages for us in eating organic foods:

• There are considerably less toxins in the food as it is grown without the aid of chemicals

• It is often better tasting

• Better for you-there are more nutrients in organic foods and Omega 3 is often found in organic eggs.

How Organic food will improve your health:

A natural diet consisting of unrefined foods, more fiber less chemicals and toxins will improve your overall health in several ways:

• More fiber from fiber rich foods and those that are unrefined will help your digestive system and allow your whole body to function better.

• Some organic eggs are produced from chickens that are fed on vegetarian feed. This will cut down trans fat and animal fat in the eggs. Omega 3 is found in organic eggs, this substance can be good for the heart.

• There is more iron in the yolk of an organic egg. As seen by the pale color of the commercial egg yolk as opposed to the dark yellow/orange of the organic egg.

• Due to the absence of refinement in organic food it is more satisfying and will help you with any weight loss program by encouraging you to eat less.

• Organic fruits and vegetables have more nutrition than commercially grown ones so you will be feeding your body with better food and improve your overall health.

Organic foods are the wave of the future as more people become more educated about their health and the foods that are good for them. At present, prices are a little higher for organic products but it is worth it when you consider the benefits. By switching to organic food you will improve your health and wellbeing and you will also be able to boost your immune system and help your body fight off diseases and toxins.



RHETT

Marvelissa VT asked:


Because I am not interested in spending every penny I earn at Whole Foods just to eat organic.

Where are some of the best places to find organic foods such as fruit, veggies and meats in Atlanta (North Atlanta) - that are budget friendly?
I originally posted this Q in the Atlanta section, but after half an hour haven’t gotten any response.

I’ve considered Trader Joe’s - but have heard several people say thier produce isn’t so great.

TEENIE