Your Family Could be Eating Organic Food for the Same Price as Processed Foods -- or Less

re: Your Family Could be Eating Organic Food for the Same Price as Processed Foods -- or Less

vvpinker — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 16:33:44 GMT

This article sounds all well and good, but many people don't eat or like most of those foods, they're un-interesting, and boring, and would rarely satisfy or fill the pallet of most men, let alone most womens. Many people like me can hardly stand fish, UNLESS IT'S BREADED (BAKED OR FRIED) to kill the fishy taste, let alone eat it. It would be nice to get a food list and menus of more natural and normal foods the average American knows and loves. At least that would be a start.

re: Your Family Could be Eating Organic Food for the Same Price as Processed Foods -- or Less

Carol81354 — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 17:18:33 GMT

correction on the "local harvest" link. Rather than .com, it is localharvest.org. great information. thanks!

re: Your Family Could be Eating Organic Food for the Same Price as Processed Foods -- or Less

Alwanderson — Sat, 29 Nov 2008 19:35:10 GMT

The problem isn't just organic versus conventional pesticide ridden food. You can go to a 'health food store' and buy the same junk food as in a big chain grocery store. Organic processed food is more expensive than conventional processed food, but eating organic isn't the only thing to consider. I am an alternative health practitioner and I do not buy all organic, but I eat very little junk food as compared to the Standard American Diet (SAD) and I rarely eat or buy anything processed. I cook everyday. When trying to get clients to eat healthy foods I don't usually start with organic. You need to meet them where they are. I start with suggesting they eat more veggies, even if they are canned or frozen. I start with whole grains instead of processed and denatured grains and I encourage water instead of juice and soda. I try to get them to start cooking versus eating out all the time. Don't be overwhelmed by the expense or perceived expense of the organic movement, yes it is better, but just eating more vegetables and less junk is the real key! And veggies and water are cheaper and safer than prescription drugs.

re: Your Family Could be Eating Organic Food for the Same Price as Processed Foods -- or Less

Jokes — Sat, 29 Nov 2008 19:27:45 GMT

I always find health issues interesting , however this article is NOT realistic , 3 pancakes and 2 bacon for breakfast and that more then once a week , who would get full? who would get full on any of the meals you listed ? And where were the casseroles or meat and potatoes? spanish rice or other homemade dinner dishes ? never a piece of whole grain bread,one roast of about 3 lbs. lasting three meals for three people , hhhmmm I don't think so , maybe for me a woman all alone it would but not with my husband too.one salad for lunch or apple pieces with almond butter for breakfast ,, I would be satarved by lunch , if I starve I over eat teh next meal so I try to be comfortable at each meal stopping before FULL . and all that PORK , you should really doa research on PORK and how bad it is for you , no matter how high or long you cook it you never kill all teh bacteria in it , it is full of fat , you should also include using coconut oil instead of most all oils .I beleive it is good to use as much organic as possible especially meat and veggies ,strawberries too.and you can get full on less if you east the right proteins and fiber foods therefore cutting your food costs down even paying more for the organic.

re: Your Family Could be Eating Organic Food for the Same Price as Processed Foods -- or Less

AMSaad — Sat, 29 Nov 2008 16:17:42 GMT

This is an invalid study/article. What you should have done is compare conventionally grown apples to organically grown apples...

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ImJustHealthConscious — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 19:44:34 GMT

Great article, however, I'm somewhat vegetarian. That is, I only consume organic milk products and organic vegetables, excluding soy. I would love to find out about a diet which would suit vegetarian nutritional needs. :)

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WillT — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 05:02:55 GMT

Yes you can do this but the questions and complaints I get all the time compare foods of the same type. For example, when a store has whole organic chickens for sale at 2.28 per pound. Then on the shelf just below, has conventionally produced whole chickens for 69 cents per pound. This is the true comparison and the one that generates the "I can't afford it" complaints from the consumer. Too many stores view organic food as a specialty item that can be marked up accordingly.

And Isabel, that article is interesting, but way too long even for me to read the whole thing without a lot of effort. Chemicals have adverse effects on much more than the intended target. Also I really wonder if using pesticides and other chemicals on produce truly lowers the level of natural pesticides in the plants. Just seems odd.

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Isabel — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 03:30:23 GMT

I have been eating organic for years now, until this past week, after reading this info from a 30-year researcher

www.gaiaresearch.co.za/organics.html

He claims that eating organic produce could be more harmful than eating pesticide sprayed. I know this sounds crazy, until I read his scientifically-backed article. And, no, he doesn't sell pesticides, and he's not on the EPA board trying to calm fears in Americans eating conventional foods. I highly suggest reading this, as I think we're all to quick to jump on the natural bandwagon. I guess natural doesn't always mean safer....

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LotusLifeSciences — Sat, 17 May 2008 16:30:35 GMT

Lois! Have some imagination my dear!!! I feed my family a primarily organic diet and we don't drink goat's milk!!! My toddlers drink organic, non-homogenized milk from Trader Joes and I enjoy organic rice milk as a milk substitute. Open your mind to the possibilities!!! We have sacrificed nothing!!! in fact, I have lost about 40 pounds, my husband has balanced his life-long thyroid problems and my children are the only kids in their class that don't get sick in winter! Not to mention, it is music to my ears when my 4 year old asks for an apple everyday...Ahhhhh the joys of health and happiness.

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MelChan — Sun, 04 May 2008 00:58:13 GMT

Raw goats milk tastes like cows milk to me and my family. I switched it up on my 3 year old, and he couldn't even tell the difference. That's saying a lot; He's extremely finicky about his milk!

Also, we make pizza on a regular basis around here. As well as Macaroni & Cheese, Peanut Butter and Jelly sandwiches, and other toddler friendly food items. All I do is make it from scratch (which surprisingly isn't very hard to do), and switch out the regular ingredients for whole/healthy ones. Another thing I've noticed, whole food raised children love broccoli.

I must admit, sardines do sound kinda nasty. I never liked the things myself. Altogether, this was a very refreshing article so see. Thank you so much Dr. Mercola for getting this article to us all!

re: Your Family Could be Eating Organic Food for the Same Price as Processed Foods -- or Less

loisjbru — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 22:27:44 GMT

I admire the effort that went into compiling that comparison; however, THERE IS NO WAY I COULD STOMACH THE SELECTIONS INCLUDED IN THE SECOND WEEKLY DIET. There are only ONE or TWO items that sounded appetizing....so, yes, I would save money--but I would STARVE TO DEATH!! Goat's milk, yuk!!!