They point out that, "products can only be labeled "100% organic" if they are completely organic or made of all organic ingredients."
If a label says that a product is "organic," it means the product is made up of at least 95% of natural ingredients.
If a label states, "Made with organic ingredients," it means that at least 70% of the ingredients are natural in the product.
The authors continue on to inform readers that a company may state in its ingredients, "made with organic ____," but that does not mean the entire food product is organic.
The authors urge readers that it is also important to look into meat and egg labels. In the end of the article, the authors give us a list of fruits and vegetables that consumers should be aware of because of the amount of pesticides retained.
"Beware the Foods You Eat"
Thin skinned fruits/veggies such as strawberries, bell peppers, apples, and green beans.
See the complete list on the website at The Organic Debate.
Authors: Martin Hintz. Pam Percy.
The Organic Debate. GM Today.
Milwaukee's Lifestyle Magazine.
May 2010