What is Organic?
In a nutshell, an organic product is one that has been grown, stored and processed without the use of synthetically-produced chemicals such as fertilisers, herbicides, fungicides or pesticides, and preservatives, colours and additives.
Organic foods are produced without the use of synthetic chemicals. They contain:
- No chemicals & hormones.
- No pesticide residues.
- No added preservatives.
- No added colours.
- No artificial ingredients or irradiation and are GMO free.
- Higher levels of vitamin C and essential minerals such as calcium, magnesium, iron & chromium, as well as cancer-preventing antioxidants.
Reasons to buy Organic
Health Benefits of Organic Food
- Greater Nutrition Level - Average organic food is higher in vitamin C and minerals.
- Reduce the Risk of Cancer - One-third more cancer fighting antioxidant and higher phytonutrients (i.e. plant compounds that effectively fight against cancer).
- No Nasties in your Food - No pesticides residues, chemicals and food additives (such as preservatives, artificial sweeteners, colourings and flavourings, MSG, hydrogenated fat, and phosphoric acid are linked with symptoms to health problems like allergies, headaches, rashes, asthma, heart disease and hyperactive children).
- Healthy Children - Lower the incidence of neurodevelopment problems in children, for example ADHD and autism.
- Superior in Taste - Higher natural sugar content.
Other Benefits
- Animal Welfare - Ensure humane treatment of animal. As organic livestock is grown in ways that conforms to natural processed of growth and development.
- Environmental Friendly - Organic farming protects our natural resources such as our soil, water quality, promotes biodiversity and reduce landfill that resulting in greenhouse effects.
- Protection of the environment for future generations.
- Farmer wellbeing as they are less expose to chemical sprays and herbicides.
Organic vs Natural Food
Organic food refers to food items that are produced, manufactured and handled using organic means, i.e. without the use of synthetically-produced chemicals, and is defined by certifying bodies. While "Natural" generally refers to food items that resemble its original state and are not altered chemically or synthesized in any form. More specifically, no colourings or artificial ingredients are added. These are derived from plants and animals. Although some organic foods are natural, not all natural foods are organic. There are stringent standards for organic food production, handling and processing.
Gluten/Wheat Free
Gluten and wheat free refers to products not made from wheat starch, they may be made with corn or potato starch or flour which do not contain any gluten. You should check all your ingredients lists.
Gluten is the protein that is found in a number of grains including wheat, barley and rye. Some people with coeliac disease are also sensitive to oats.
Gluten Intolerance
Gluten Intolerance, or Celiac Disease, is a genetic disorder that affects Australians of all ages. Coeliac disease causes sufferers to have gluten intolerance, meaning they are unable to eat foods that contain gluten, found in wheat and other grains. A Celiac may experience one or all symptoms to celiac disease; such as diarrhoea, weight loss, malnutrition and nutrient deficiency. A Celiac might feel mild weakness or bone pain, severe diarrhoea and abdominal bloating. Continued Gluten use can greatly increase chances of gastrointestinal cancer. It is important for those with a Gluten Intolerance to adhere to a strict gluten-free diet. Children with Autism may also benefit from a gluten-free diet.
Organic Beauty
- Some mainstream cosmetics contain pesticides and chemicals that linked to other chronic diseases and skin problems.
- 60% of what we use on our body is absorbed directly into our bloodstream and we are accumulating toxins in our bodies by using synthetic products daily.
Holistic Approach: Organic Skincare products + Eating healthy food (preferably Organic) + sleeping well + regular exercise + positive mental outlook.