Money-Saving Tips for Natural and Organic Living
Naturally SavvyDuring 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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Naturally SavvyThe 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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Naturally SavvyOrganic 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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Naturally SavvyAs 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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Naturally SavvyVisit 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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Naturally SavvyHere 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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Naturally SavvyMost 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...
Read more...CategoriesLearning CenterUnderstanding Natural & Oganic Label Claims
Naturally SavvyThere 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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Naturally SavvyProducts 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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Naturally SavvyThe 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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Are Natural & Organic Products Safer?
Naturally SavvyYou have probably heard that pesticide use in the U.S.A. is highly regulated and organizations such as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Food Drug...
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Naturally SavvyOf course when it comes to taste, everybody has their own individual interpretation of what “better” is. However, a recent Washington State University study rep...
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Naturally SavvyResearch shows that organic food is more nutritious than its non-organic counterparts. A 2001 study conducted by Britain's Soil Association concluded that ...
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Naturally SavvyThere is growing evidence that eating and using natural and organic products may be better for your overall health, wellness and even taste-buds! Nutrition: Ma...
Read more...CategoriesLearning CenterUnderstanding Natural & Organic Food
Naturally SavvyOrganic products differ from natural in that “organic” refers to farming methods used to grow and process our food and fiber supply without the use of pesticid...
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