Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) were first introduced in the 1990s with a shocking lack of public awareness: The news that novel organisms were entering the food supply simply wasn’t shared with the people who would end up eating them. Now, about 80% of packaged food sold in North American grocery stores contains GMOs. Genetic modification […]

Organic refers not to the food itself, but to how food is produced. Organically grown means foods are grown without the use of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. Organic foods are minimally processed, many without added artificial ingredients, preservatives or irradiation. In addition, organic includes foods without genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Sustainably produced Organic is a […]

There is hope that kids will be heading back to school in August, and now is the time to get supplies. As you buy back to school supplies, be sure you include supplies to maintain good health. We all know that kids going back to school can mean colds and other infections that can spread […]