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15 Reasons to Go Organic

Reprinted from Care to Healthy Living author Michelle Schoffro.
1. In study after study, research from independent organizations consistently shows organic food is higher in nutrients than traditional foods. Research shows that organic produce is higher in vitamin C, antioxidants, and the minerals calcium, iron, chromium, and magnesium.
2. They’re free of neurotoxins–toxins that are damaging to [...]

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The Importance of Using Natural Pesticides

Many farmers and gardeners use chemicals to kill bugs that harm their crops. These pesticides are an environmental and health hazard. Often local governments spray pesticides to combat mosquitoes and other insect infestations, and these sprays can drift… who knows where.
Understandably, we all want to protect our crops and maximize production. It shouldn’t be at [...]

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10 Ways to Have Healthy Soil

Growing vegetables in your own garden is a great way to save money and eat more healthily. We grow our own veggies so that we will have fewer chemicals in our foods, but what we may not realize is our garden soil could be polluted. Here are ten quick ways to have healthy [...]

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