Milk and cheese are staples for many, making them a high-priority organic switch. Cows graze on organic pastures.
Organic livestock must have access to the outdoors. 🥛 Dairy Products
The Environmental Working Group (EWG) releases an annual list of fruits and vegetables with the highest pesticide loads. These are the most critical to buy organic. Often top the list for pesticide variety. Spinach & Kale: Leafy greens absorb chemicals easily. Grapes: Thin skins offer little protection from sprays. Apples: Frequently treated with fungicides after harvest. Nectarines & Peaches: Their delicate skins retain residues.
Studies suggest organic milk has higher levels of Omega-3s.
Avoids recombinant bovine growth hormone (rBGH). 🌽 Corn and Soy (Processed Goods)
Most conventional corn and soy are genetically modified.
If you eat a lot of processed snacks, check for the organic seal on corn and soy-based products.
Organic farming prohibits the use of "Roundup," which is common in conventional grain farming. 🥑 When Can You Skip Organic?
