In this episode, we define and uncover the reason behind organics. This episode is intended to give you information so you can make the best decisions for yourself and you family and community when it comes to choosing organic foods, pasture-raised, and range-free. We look at what a toxic burden is and how it could be effecting you or a loved one.

Links that were discussed or that would further your research.

Water quality in your area. https://www.ewg.org/tapwater/search-results.php?zip5=92054&searchtype=zip

USDA (2016, Jul 22). Understanding the USDA Organic Label. U.S. Department of Agriculture. https://www.usda.gov/media/blog/2016/07/22/understanding-usda-organic-label#:~:text=There%20are%20four%20distinct%20labeling,ingredients%2C%20and%20specific%20organic%20ingredients.

AMS (2013). Substances for Organic Crop + Livestock Production. Agriculture Marketing Services. https://www.ams.usda.gov/sites/default/files/media/Allowed-Prohibited%20Substances.pdf

Cornucopia (2023). What Organic Beef Is – and Isn't. The Cornucopia Institute. https://www.cornucopia.org/what-organic-beef-is-isnt/

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