Why Buy Organic?

Organic foods are better for your health and contain fewer toxins; they are the smarter grocery shopping alternative. Does the price tag turn you off? Sometimes in life we must make important choices, choices that involve where we really want to put our money. Why not invest in your health? It's a surefire winner. Nonetheless there are always great tips to get you the organic foods you need not want but, where it can still be easy on the pocketbook.

Organic products according to the USDA are foods whose ingredients cannot have been made using most synthetic fertilizers, pesticides and genetic engineering. There are so many reasons to eat organic foods such as to protect our future, to prevent soil erosion, to save energy, to protect our waters, and to keep toxins off of your food, thus out of your body.

Studies have shown that foods with hormones, pesticides have long term negative effects. There are so many diseases today that we have lost count. Many new ones arise on a daily basis. Do you want to be a new statistic in the ill department? We don't know all of the facts, but we do know that healthier is better so making the right decisions today can save your life tomorrow.

Purchasing organic products from local farmers can create abundance in your community and create a feeling of unity. You're entrusting your local farmer with your health and that's a huge responsibility. As I always say use caution with everything. Do your homework. Get involved. Organic products create change not just in your home, but your community.

Remember to:

• Do your research. There are many great store brand organic goods now available.
• There are many agriculture programs where you can buy a small share.
• Join a Sam's club or Costco.
• Buy large amounts when they are in season.
• Grow your own and involve the family.
• Shop online.
• Use the old fashioned method of clipping coupons.
• Adjust your grocery budget.

Good luck on your organic journey. Remember to ask questions, visit the message boards and blogs. Have fun with your nutritional changes and make informed decisions.

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