| There has been much debate over the rise of | | | | pesticides, it seems that other known carcinogens |
| organic foods. Many argue that organic foods are | | | | are still being used to treat conventional produce. |
| inherently better for you, while others argue that | | | | The FDA has also approved the sale of more |
| the organic food is nothing more than a marketing | | | | than 40 types of genetically engineered crops, |
| ploy. While the debate continues over whether | | | | which many argue can have negative effects on |
| organic foods are indeed healthier than | | | | the body. As a result, those who consume |
| conventional foods, there is no doubt that organic | | | | non-organic fruits, vegetables, dairy, and meats on |
| foods offer a wide range of health benefits. | | | | a regular basis are likely exposed to a high level |
| Organics are better for the planet as well as for | | | | of contaminants. |
| your body. Farming organic livestock and produce | | | | For these reasons and more, many health |
| requires sustainable practices, which translates into | | | | experts recommend buying only organic produce |
| less havoc on the environment. Although the shelf | | | | for at least certain types of foods. You should |
| price of the organic items are often higher than | | | | always buy organic for foods that you eat often |
| for conventional foods, the indirect costs and | | | | as well as for foods that are known to have high |
| negative effects on the environment make | | | | levels of pesticides, such as strawberries. Overall, |
| conventional farming much more expensive than | | | | there appears to be significant evidence that |
| organic farming. | | | | organic foods are in fact healthier for you. |
| Although the FDA has banned the use of certain | | | | |