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The Organic Choice
April 1st, 2013The popularity of organic foods continues to grow despite its higher price tag. Though some research has found organic food to be no more nutritious than its conventional counterpart, not all studies agree. Despite the conflicting results of nutrient content studies, the benefits of organic foods go far beyond vitamins and minerals.
Go Beyond NutritionBy Brenda Watson40 Years of Compost
April 1st, 2013Bob Dickey is an energetic 74-year-old with an infectious laugh. His love of organic gardening is clear—he speaks of compost, earthworms, microbes, and full sun with the zeal of the truly converted. His excellent health and a youth that belies his age make a compelling argument for the merits of a diet heavy on the homegrown fruits and veggies.
Inspired by Silent Spring, master gardener Bob Dickey grows vegetables the old-fashioned wayBy Adam SwensonTomayto Tomahto
January 1st, 2013“There isn’t much difference between organic and conventional foods, if you’re an adult and making a decision based solely on your health,” said Dena Bravata, MD, MS, the senior author of a paper titled “Are Organic Foods Safer or Healthier Than Conventional Alternatives?: A Systematic Review” published in the Sept 4 issue of Annals of Internal Medicine.<
What should we really know about organic foods?By Amy VerginOrganic: A Real Food Choice
September 1st, 2012“Organic Farm: Please Do Not Spray.”
Along the winding driveway, through the field of organic sweet corn, these signs greet me as I approach the home and farm of Atina Diffley and her husband, Martin. Although the pair no longer farm on the property (they lease the land out to other organic farmers),
Atina Diffley shares her bounty of knowledge about the organic farming movement.By Jenn BensonHealth Tips: Organic Tomatoes Deliver More Antioxidant Power
September 1st, 2012A study conducted at the University of Barcelona (UB) shows that organic tomatoes contain higher levels of phenolic compounds than conventional tomatoes. The UB’s Natural Antioxidant Group, headed by lecturer Rosa M.
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