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  • Money-Saving Tips for Natural and Organic Living

    Money-Saving Tips for Natural and Organic Living
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    During these tough economic times, many of us are seeking ways to reduce our expenses. Our Naturally Savvy contributors have provided money-saving tips for healthy living without breaking the bank.         Money-Saving Food Tips: Sign up for the mailing list of your local supermarket, Whole Foods, and natural products store. Sales and E-coupons will be sent to you regularly. Check out the we...

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  • Glossary

    Glossary
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    The NaturallySavvy Glossary is available to define terms and provide expansion and clarity on a variety of related subjects. Acupuncture Antioxidants Composting Conventional foods Cleansing DEA ...

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  • Natural Cents: Natural & Organic Money Saving Tips

    Natural Cents: Natural & Organic Money Saving Tips
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    Organic and natural products receive a bad rap because certain items are more costly than their conventional counterparts. However, it is important to note that in some cases, prices for natural and organic products are the same or even lower than their non-natural/organic alternatives. In general, as demand grows for these type products, costs will continue to decrease and level off. Skeptics fe...

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  • Natural Health Consumer Shows

    Natural Health Consumer Shows
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    As we learned on the Research and Resource page, there are many ways to learn more about the many natural product options available to us today. Another easy way is to attend your local or regional Health Wellness consumer show, expo or festival. Such events facilitate the gathering of natural health companies, practitioners and health food stores under one roof. These shows are great for sampl...

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  • Research & Resources for Natural & Organic

    Research & Resources for Natural & Organic
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    Visit your local natural products store and inform them of your quest. Most health food stores employ educated, knowledgeable staff members who are happy to assist in your research. While shopping, look for product information pamphlets strategically placed adjacent to the shelves and don’t forget to check out the stores’ bulletin board for weekly educational seminars. Most natural product stores ...

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  • HOW To Begin Buying Natural & Organic Products

    HOW To Begin Buying Natural & Organic Products
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    Here are some quick and easy tips on how to begin integrating natural and organic products into your life. Remember - we believe in taking “baby steps” when deciding to make any big changes. Even if you change one thing - just one - then you are already making a big difference in your life and your family’s life. Begin by choosing one or two items that you consume a large quantity of on a regular...

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  • WHERE Can You Find Natural and Organic Products

    WHERE Can You Find Natural and Organic Products
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    Most natural products can be bought at health food stores across the country. Natural product retailers range from small independent stores, to larger chains such as Whole Foods Market (as well as the former Wild Oats) and Trader Joe's. According to a 2005 Market Overview by the Natural Foods Merchandiser, there are approximately 35,000 natural health food and specialty stores across the Unit...

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  • Understanding Natural & Oganic Label Claims

    Understanding Natural & Oganic Label Claims
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    There is a great deal of confusion regarding “organic” and “natural” label claims. In order to be clear, food labels are given guidelines for what words and phrases actually mean. These regulations are designed to ensure that you have enough information to make informed choices about what you eat. OrganicThe United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) now has national standards for the use of ...

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  • WHO Regulates the Industry

    WHO Regulates the Industry
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    Products that are labeled “Organic” are grown and processed according to strict federal government standards set in place by USDA and must be certified by a third party agency. In order to ensure compliance, a government-approved certifier conducts regular inspections on organic handling and processing facilities as well as farms, traders and distributors. There are currently ninety-six USDA-accre...

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  • Is Organic Better for the Environment

    Is Organic Better for the Environment
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    The Organic Trade Association states that there is substantial evidence organic farming benefits the soil and therefore our environment. Healthy, non-polluted soil grows healthy crops and minimizes contamination to our drinking water supplies.

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