I was doing some research on organic vs natural and Organic Valley has a great website so I copied and pasted there information to make is easier for you to read. I found it so interesting. I think I'll be a better shopper now. Not everyone can afford to buy 100% organic products, but for me I'd rather feed the best to my family. Eggs are always an area I try to buy only organic there are some great coupons out there to help subsided the cost. Find the brands at your store, go online, then print them off. Milk is another area I try to only buy organic I read a study that took place in England half the girls in the study drank only organic milk their whole like and the other half drank "regular" milk. The half that drank the "regular" milk developed and started their menstrual cycles 2 to 4 years before their mothers did and the half that drank organic developed close to the same age as their mothers. Interesting huh?! Well, I haven't found a study on boys yet, but it all the female hormones are effecting girls then how is effecting the boys. Makes me wonder enough to not take chance I'm sticking to organic for my son. http://www.organicvalley.coop
The Natural Hoax:
1. Nutrient density.
Organic farmers nourish the soil that feeds our food. Research shows that organically-produced foods are higher in antioxidants and other nutrients than their conventional counterparts. more
2. No persistent pesticides or synthetic fertilizers.
Designed by intent to kill living organisms, persistent pesticides can be harmful to wildlife and human health, especially as they contaminate our food, air and water or accumulate in our cells. Synthetic fertilizers require large quantities of fossil fuels to produce, and contribute to soil degradation and ocean dead zones. more: pesticides fertilizers
3. No synthetic growth or breeding hormones.
Avoiding synthetic hormones (which are frequently given to conventional dairy and meat animals to alter reproductive cycles and speed up growth) means less stress for animals, and reduced human exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals. more
4. No antibiotics.
Overuse of antibiotics in farm animals leads to the development of dangerous antibiotic-resistant infections. Organic farmers instead rely on natural measures to promote and maintain animal health. more
5. No GMOs.
Genetically engineered crops are a relatively recent technology with potentially devastating impacts on ecosystems and human and animal health. Organic regulations forbid the use of genetically engineered seeds or animals (including clones). more
6. Animal care.
Organic philosophy means raising animals in harmony with nature. Quality animal care keeps animals healthy and productive, naturally. As we like to say, happy cows make the best milk! more
The Natural Hoax:
Natural Does NOT Equal Organic
Some manufacturers want you to think “natural” is better than organic. Don’t be fooled.
Organic agriculture always starts from the ground up — building living soils as the foundation of a healthy planet, healthy animals, and healthy people.
Organic foods are ALWAYS third-party certified to comply with strict, far-ranging USDA organic regulations. “Natural” foods are NOT.
Don’t be fooled by the “natural” label.
If your personal health, the environment, and a more sustainable future for everyone are important to you, look for the organic seal.
yeah. I hate the overuse of the term natural. Also when companies use a symbol that looks like the USDA seal even if it's not organic....also, note, small local farmers often aren't USDA approved but are just as legit, if not more so. As long as you talk to them and trust your gut:)
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