The Benefits of Organic Food

Turns out your mother used to be right: you are what you eat. Unfortunately, there are many concerns about the foods we consume today. Antibiotics, pesticides, and foods contaminated with one or the other are a concern for many people. In addition, processed and genetically modified food and artificial additives contribute to health problems, such as obesity and cancer.

Our food is one of the most important factors for long-term good health. Organic stores and the growing presence of organic products in the supermarket are increasingly becoming a trend and make it easier to make a conscious choice.
If you're thinking about eating more organic foods, or even cutting all processed foods out of your diet, you're creating a healthier body that can perform better. We list five reasons why you should do this.

# 1: Less chemicals

 

The use of various pesticides happens a lot in the agricultural sector. No matter how well you wash these products, the toxins they release can be harmful to your body. An article on the US blog The Huffington Post states that harmful pesticides have been found in 70% of the food in US supermarkets!
 
Many large companies try to produce as much food as possible for the lowest possible price. They use all kinds of resources to make crops grow faster and last longer. It is only a pity that the consumer is ultimately the victim of this. Organic foods provide an alternative to these chemically processed foods.

 

# 2: It tastes better

 

You may not notice if you always eat processed foods. But the agents that make crops grow faster and stay fresh longer greatly suppress the taste of the crop.
 
Growing in well-tended and non-pesticide soil provides organic crops with a richer, more appealing flavor. People who eat organic foods often eat less and are more satisfied with the better taste.
 

# 3: It's more nutritious

 

According to the website The Ideal Bite, organic foods contain at least 50% more nutrients than the non-organic variety of the same product. Depleted soil is the main reason for this nutrient decline. This means that you have to eat less of organic food to get the necessary vitamins and minerals, which in turn outweighs the higher costs of organic food.
 

# 4: Less exposure to antibiotics

 

Large farms that supply meat often choose to give their animals plenty of antibiotics to reduce disease and stimulate growth. Unfortunately, this also ends up in the meat that we then eat.
 
Too much exposure to antibiotics in humans causes problems such as premature puberty and resistance to antibiotics. When you become ill and require antibiotic treatment, you may no longer respond to the antibiotics because you have been exposed to them too often from the meat you eat.

 

# 5: You support the local economy

 

In addition to being beneficial for your body and mind, consuming organic products often also contributes to the income of the local farmers. Small farms can more easily adapt their business to the organic standard. They will also be more likely to adjust their business operations if it yields more. Find out which farmers in your area grow organic food, directly from the farmer your food is the furthest!
 
There are many reasons for choosing an organic diet. In short, it has been proven to have major long-term consequences for your health. If you find it difficult to eat completely organic food, replace a few choices in your current diet with organic products. Even minor dietary changes will add flavor, nutrients, and well-being.
 
Do you have any more questions? That's what we're here for! On your next visit to the clinic, ask your chiropractor how organic food can contribute to your health.