Grocery tips for buying organic- addition to Newsletter 1

Quick grocery tips:

Organic
1. the label should read 100% USDA Certified Organic. This means that it was grown with no pesticides, GMO's, fertilizers, no synthesizing, no bioengineering, no radiation or sewage sludge.

2. Look at the PLU - there will be a "9" followed by a 4 digit number. The "9" indicates that it is organic.

Color
Think the more colorful something looks the more desire others will want to eat it. This month go green! Greens are the most important color to eat! Example of greens Kale, collard greens, mustard greens, lettuce. They are rich in Ca, Mg, Fe, Zn, Vitamin A, C, E, fiber, folic acid, chlorophyll. Greens purify the blood and good for the immune system.



Green of the month - Kale is a nutritional powerhouse, loaded with antioxidants. You can eat a whole bunch of kale for less than 50 calories. (steamed, sauted or raw in salad!) and it will fill you up!



Texture

Look for a variety of textures. Different textures ensure you get a variety of nutrients. Textures can be dense and strong, delicate, light and crispy. Combine textures, like light and leafy with something a bit heavier for a more exciting dish.



Take action today and find out the generic brand of organic food at you grocery store. These items will be less expensive then convential counterpoint.


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