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Should You Go Organic?

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Conventional foods may have residual pesticides. Generally, foods that you peel (like bananas and avocados) are less likely to be contaminated in the flesh. Some GMO foods actually have the pesticides built into the DNA. These pesticides can never be removed or washed off.

Organic food often tastes much better than conventional counterparts. Food that tastes vibrant sends a clearer signal to your tastebuds. Food that is tasteless can be very confusing to the body. Food with a richer tastes probably has a richer nutritional profile as well.

At the store, look at the difference between organic / inorganic examples of the same vegetable. Do they look equally vital? Equally nourishing? You can do the same thing in the meat section. Non-GMO products are usually smaller and more brightly colored. This tells you that the food is more concentrated with nutrition and vitality. It will make you work less to receive it's benefits. Your ancestors enjoyed these nutrient dense foods. Why not reclaim that birthright?

It may seem like organic foods are too expensive for your budget. I have 5 kids, and share your passion for economy and efficiency. Here is my list of inexpensive organic foods.

Organic food is important for health. But that doesn't mean organic is a 'get out of jail free' card. The trick is to eat organic food that is also minimally processed. Refined flours, sugars and other highly processed foods, even if they are organic, confuse your taste buds and cause you to eat an unbalanced diet.
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John Immel, the founder of Joyful Belly, teaches people how to have a healthy diet and lifestyle with Ayurveda. His approach to Ayurveda is clinical, yet exudes an ease which many find enjoyable and insightful. John also directs the Joyful Belly College of Ayurveda, offering professional clinical training in Ayurveda for over 15 years.

John's hobbies & specialties include advanced digestive disorders, medieval Catholic philosophy, & botany. He holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Harvard University. His wife and family of 7 kids live in Asheville, NC.

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