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Fortunately for those of us interested in eating organic foods,
there are lots of products out there. Natural and organic foods used
to be found only in natural food stores, and those could be few and
far between. While not as many, there are some stand-alone stores.
And the grocery chains are catching on too, with more organic
selections than ever before. If you don’t see them in your grocery
store, just ask. You’re probably not the only person in your
neighborhood who’d like to see more of these options.
Many grocery stores now
feature sprouts and other living foods in the produce aisle. Of course, if
they don’t, there’s nothing easier to grow for yourself than sprouts!
There are also many sites on the Web where you can order
organic foods. Just do a search and you’ll come up with a
lot of different places to order the foods you’d like to
buy. Many of these sites are also full of useful
information, to help you learn about eating organic foods,
and help educate you on the specific food values.
Experiment with what you like.
Take the time to learn a little about what the different nutrients in
foods do for you. A few examples:
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Cabbage – High in Vitamin C;
important for healthy cell function
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Shitake mushrooms – contain
essential fatty acids and antioxidants to
support a healthy immune system
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Kale – Rich in fiber and helps
reduce calorie intake with less hunger.
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Barley – Loaded with niacin,
fiber and iron and is important for health
blood sugar.
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Pumpkin – So rich in fiber and
vitamins; helps reduce appetite by
filling the stomach with indigestible fibers
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Organically
grown fruits and vegetables use one-third less fuel than the
conventionally grown method. By avoiding chemical pesticides and
fertilizers it creates a healthier environment, with less greenhouse
gas and helps protect soil, water and biodiversity. Biodiversity
means that a variety of crops can be grown to reduce disease and
dependence on pesticides and fungicides.