The future looks bright indeed for the organic food industry in the U.S., with sales of organic food of all kinds hitting a record $43 billion and representing over 5% of total retail food sales. There is a reason for the burgeoning popularity of everything from organic tiger nuts, to pesticide-free fruit; if, in the past, debate had surrounded the issue of whether or not organic really was better for human health, recent studies have settled the debate with findings revealing that nuts, fruits, vegetables and even meat, are truly the wiser choice.
Important Findings on Organic Meat and Produce
According to the USDA, organic foods have fewer pesticide residues than conventionally grown produce. However, opting organics involves more than avoiding toxins; it also means enjoying more nutrients with every bite.
Two recent studies have added to the evidence of the desirability of organics, and both were published in the British Journal of Nutrition. In one study, organic meat and dairy were found to contain around 50% more Omega-3 essential fatty acids, which are important for promoting better heart health, battling inflammation, and lowering the risk of cancer and arthritis. Omega-3s also seems to be important for brain memory and performance, and for behavior.
A second study found that produce grow organically contains significantly higher levels of antioxidants than conventionally grown foods. It also contains lower levels of heavy metal, cadmium.
Consuming antioxidants promote better heart health and reduce the risk of infection and some types of cancer. Antioxidants are a virtual army that protect our cells against the destabilizing effects of free radicals. Powerful superfoods recommended by nutritionists and doctors alike are excellent sources of antioxidants, so make sure to fill your pantry with organic foods rich in Vitamins A, C and E, selenium, carotenoids, flavonoids, betalain, and more. Feel free to do your research on the different antioxidants contained in different foods, or take a shortcut and simply consume a wide variety of fruits, vegetables and nuts, to avail of the different benefits conferred by the wide variety of superfoods available.
Why Tiger Nuts are a Superfood
Tiger nuts often make it to Best Superfoods lists because they contain healthy fats, Vitamins C and E, phosphorus, and magnesium; indeed, in just 100 grams of this popular food, your body receives up to 17% of the recommended daily dose of magnesium.Just as you take care to buy organic fruits and vegetables, so too should you select organic, nut free, gluten free, dairy free tiger nuts, which are high in fiber and a great way to enjoy a healthy snack while following a diet such as Paleo.
Embracing the organic lifestyle is about avoiding the negative effects of pesticides, but also about obtaining more antioxidant power for your buck. Consume a wide variety of produce to ensure you are hitting your daily antioxidant target, and stock up on healthy snacks such as organic tiger nuts, which are as filling as they are tasty.
This article was written by Jennifer Dawson for Tiger Nuts USA
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