Should I buy Organic?
A question that I am asked a lot is, "Should I buy Organic?" The answer to this question is not black and white. Some families struggle with getting their children to even consume vegetables. Some individuals are limited by income. However, many are ready to take this next step in a healthier lifestyle. First of all, what is the definition of organic? "Organic" is a designation to certify foods that were produced without synthetic chemicals or fertilizers, genetic engineering, radiation or sewage sludge. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) is a non-profit organization that was founded in 1993. Each year, the EWG analyzes test data regarding the pesticides in foods from the United States Department of Agriculture(USDA). The USDA completes this testing after washing, peeling, and scrubbing the produce. From there, EWG ranks the pesticide contamination of 46 popular fruits and vegetables. Approximately 70% of non-organic fresh produce contains chemical pesticides...