Eating organic foods

To some, organic foods may just seem to be too expensive and unnecessary, but these foods can provide an increased level of important minerals, reduce the consumption of harmful toxins, and provide an overall healthier lifestyle.

Benefits to Farmers

Organic farms produce less waste, use less energy and do not release synthetic pesticides into the environment.

Benefits to Consumers

Eating organic foods not only reduces the level of harmful pesticide exposure, but studies have shown that organic foods contain increased levels of certain helpful nutrients and minerals.

Nutrients that are found in higher levels in organic foods:

• Chromium
  Builds muscle, prevents and treats diabetes, promotes weight loss.
• Selenium
  Helps prevent prostate cancer and protects body from damage caused by environmental chemicals. Selenium also helps improve liver function and vision.
• Calcium
  Builds healthy and strong bones and promotes healthy muscle function.
• Boron
  Helps prevent osteoporosis and enhances maintenance of healthy cell membranes.
• Magnesium
  Reduces mortality risk from heart attacks and eases the symptoms of PMS. Magnesium also helps promote healthy cardiovascular function and reduces risk of migraine headaches.

To learn more about organic foods, visit the Organic Consumers Association.