Conventionally Grown Foods That Are OK to Buy

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July 10, 2009

Conventionally Grown Foods That Are OK to Buy

Conventionally Grown Foods That Are OK to Buy

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by POPSUGAR Food 4

In a perfect world, everything we eat would be free of genetic modifications, hormones, or synthetic pesticides: In addition to surpassing their conventional counterparts in nutritional value, organic foods produce less waste and improve ecosystem sustainability. But organic food comes at a steep price, literally — one that can be 10 to 40 percent higher than conventionally produced products. So if you have to skimp on some organic products when shopping at the market, what items are safe bets to purchase conventionally? Click through to find out.

1 / 12

by POPSUGAR Food 4

In a perfect world, everything we eat would be free of genetic modifications, hormones, or synthetic pesticides: In addition to surpassing their conventional counterparts in nutritional value, organic foods produce less waste and improve ecosystem sustainability. But organic food comes at a steep price, literally — one that can be 10 to 40 percent higher than conventionally produced products. So if you have to skimp on some organic products when shopping at the market, what items are safe bets to purchase conventionally? Click through to find out.

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4 Comments

magalaya 3 years 43 weeks

That was really useful! Thanks :)

3 years 44 weeks

Thats really useful info....who wants to waste money anyway??

zacatecanita 3 years 44 weeks

very goood information!

4evrfuzzy 3 years 44 weeks

That was really helpful. i had never thought about processed foods like cereal and pasta like that. Makes a lot of sense.