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ORGANIC FOODS CAN HELP BOOST YOUR IMMUNITY SYSTEM
The renewed focus on eating right and natural has led to an increase in organic food consumption
If there is one area where the coronavirus pandemic is causing massive rethinking, it is in what we ear, where we get our food from, and how the food is produced, stored, and prepared. There is a growing awareness regarding the health benefits of a natural, balanced diet which is boosting the demand for organic, sustainable foods, We find out more.
WHY GO ORGANIC?
Because of health factors, organic fruits, vegetables, pulses, cereals, etc are now proving to be the food of choice for home, "Organic foods are composed of the natural and organic ingredients that are cultivated as per standard of organic farming. They do not contain artificial preservatives to sustain a longer interval of time," says dietitian Garima Goya.
Consultant Swati Singla says that she first started buying organic vegetables when she chanced upon a stall at a local event. "At that time organic vegetables were not that easily available and even if they were marketed as organic, one wasn't sure about the authenticity. although the product was more expensive, I immediately noticed the difference when I started consuming raw veggies in salads and juices. the cost can be a deterrent for large families, but I feel the health benefits supersede the cost. having switched to organic vegetables and fruits, the difference in the favor and taste is very apparent, I am really happy to make the shift, says singla.
5 THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND WHEN BUYING ORGANIC
- Pickup farming companies that have licenses and required authentications
- Purchase directly from farmers
- Pay attention to quality
- Read the label and check for any preservatives in the product
- Take the smell and taste test, The aroma and flavor of organic food is strong


