The Benefits of Growing and Eating Organic Foods

by dale 16. December 2008 13:35
While the Organic Food Industry may seem like a pretentious joke to some, the benefits of growing and eating Organic Food are many and varied. One obvious benefit is that Organically grown food is free of potentially harmful pesticides, hormones, and antibiotics making it far safer for human consumption. This absence of potentially hazardous materials also contributes to a more natural and improved taste. Regardless of this benefit to human health, which should not be treated lightly by any means, Organically grown food has a tremendously positive impact on the environment in which we all live and breathe. According to the Organic Trade Association, if all farmers in the U.S. converted to Organic production tomorrow, we would eliminate 500 million pounds of persistent pesticides from entering the environment each year. At the same time, we would be keeping waterways clean and would be dramatically reducing the amount of greenhouse gases emitted into the air. This is also not to mention the great benefit that would persist in supporting the productivity and prosperity of local commerce, especially in rural areas. So the next time you go to the grocery store, don't be so quick to walk by those organic apples, or that organic beef. Make the right choice for yourself, your family, and your Earth and buy Organic. Visit the Organic Trade Association's website for more information: www.howtogoorganic.com

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