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Updated on November 13, 2019 By Teresa | This post may contain affiliate links. See my disclosure policy here.

51 Reasons It Is Beneficial to Choose Organic Food

Personally, when I go shopping, I look for the Organic label on the package. It hasn’t always been the case, but after the health experiences that I’ve had, you better believe I look for that label now! I have Multiple Chemical Sensitivity in addition to other endocrine challenges. My body can’t handle all of the additional toxins that come with eating a conventional diet. I have to eat organic food the majority of the time.

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Is Organic Food Really More Expensive in the Long Run?

Many people say organic food is expensive. I agree. It usually is more expensive, but do you want to know how much money I’ve spent during the past 8 years on doctors, tests and supplements to get me to the point where I am today? Many thousands! I’m not thrilled that organic food costs more. Unfortunately, greedy companies and people have made it that way. However, I’d rather pay more for food that hasn’t been genetically modified and sprayed with many chemicals, then to feed my body food that will continue to deteriorate my health.

In addition to  my health reasons, the more I learned about our current food system, the more I realized I had to feed myself and family organic. It is really disheartening what is happening with conventional food in America.

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So, in no particular order…

51 Reasons Why I Buy Organic Food and Why I Recommend you Should Too!:

  1. No synthetic pesticides
  2. No GMOs
  3. Tastes great – food without chemicals, coming from well-balanced soil is stronger and tastes better!
  4. Reduces health risks – pesticides can cause many different health problems
  5. Nourishing – More nutritionally dense
  6. Meets high standards (USDA regulations)
  7. No hormones
  8. No antibiotics
  9. No sewage sludge
  10. No irradiation
  11. No synthetic fertilizers
  12. Supports healthy soil
  13. Supports sustainable agriculture
  14. Supports farmers who do it the “right” way
  15. Better than “natural” (Natural doesn’t mean much. Don’t get fooled!)
  16. Fresh – No preservatives
  17. No artificial colors
  18. Untainted
  19. Solid, growing industry
  20. “Real” food
  21. Authentic
  22. Safer – without chemicals and being genetically modified
  23. Pure
  24. Sensible
  25. How God created it
  26. Animals treated more ethically
  27. Contains fewer toxins
  28. Recommended by health advocates
  29. Positive ROI – investing in healthy food, you are investing in your health
  30. Animals are not forced to be cannibals
  31. Groundwater and soil aren’t polluted
  32. Conserves fossil fuel
  33. Preserves agricultural diversity
  34. Supports local farmers
  35. Less food contamination
  36. Gives consumers a choice
  37. Organic farmers don’t get government subsidies
  38. Supports future generations
  39. Avoids poor science
  40. Safeguards the health of farmworkers
  41. Avoids other chemicals (that are not sprayed directly on the food)
  42. Avoids chlorine baths
  43. Helps rural economies
  44. Greater resilience in times of drought
  45. Less antibiotic-resistant bacteria in meat
  46. Unadulterated
  47. Responsible
  48. Gives peace of mind
  49. Misunderstood
  50. Has a cool label
  51. Just do it!

Read Next: Natural Does NOT Mean Organic!


Living Natural Today Wants to Know:

  • Can you think of other reasons to choose organic?

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Article by Teresa / Filed Under: Natural Health 3 Comments

About Teresa

It was after overcoming personal health challenges resulting from toxins, stress and an unhealthy diet that my career changed from positions in corporate America to that of a fierce advocate for health-and-wellness and living naturally. I am currently the owner of Living Natural Today and a previous radio show host on VoiceAmerica's Health & Wellness Channel. I share resources about creating a healthier, more natural home and lifestyle. Click here to download my free healthy home guide.

Comments

  1. sport nutrition for young athletes says

    August 4, 2014 at 4:17 pm

    Very nice article, exactly what I was looking
    for.

    Reply
  2. Katrina Fournier says

    June 24, 2014 at 1:36 pm

    Just an FYI there are not NO chemicals on organic food. Just ones that have been approved for organic use. I was suprised when I learned this too! In some cases, they are at higher levels than conventionally grown food, too, unfortunatly. Here’s to health!

    Reply
    • Teresa says

      June 27, 2014 at 3:50 pm

      Hi Katrina – Thanks for your comment. You’re right – an organic farmer can use pesticides if they are derived from a natural source and not synthetic. I’ll change my #1 reason to state no SYNTHETIC pesticides like I already list under #11 – no SYNTHETIC fertilizers. All of these loopholes are unfortunate, but I still believe that organic is a much better option than conventional.

      Reply

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