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Organic foods typically have a pristine reputation, especially when compared to their traditionally farmed counterparts. But many of the reasons organic products get heralded as being healthier, safer and all-around better are not necessarily grounded in facts — they’re misconceptions about the farming process through which organic foods are cultivated.
Here are five of the biggest misconceptions:
- Organic equals healthy.
- Organic means no pesticides.
- Organic products are too expensive.
- Buying organic means all or nothing.
- It’s up to Someone Else to Tell You What’s Right
The good news is, you’re on the right track by incorporating fresh fruits and veggies into your day-to-day diet. Eating organic foods is a secondary concern to making sure you’re eating well. By looking this far into it, chances are, you’re on the right track.
Read the full article by Emily Folk about organic food from TriplePundit