May 31st, 2010

certified organic foods

certified organic foods

Certified Organic, Organic, and Natural, What is the Difference?

The term "natural" is plastered all over our food, supplements, and skin care products, but does it mean anything? In some cases "natural" does refer to a product not containing any synthetics or genetically modified organisms. You must however be careful to check the background of the company producing the products.

If a company has strict guidelines for producing natural products then it may be natural but generally speaking if a product claims it is "natural" and not "certified organic" it most likely contains at least some form of a gmo. Unfortunately almost anything can be labeled "natural".

Now when a product is said to be "organic" some of the ingredients may indeed be organic but beware the other ingredients could be completely toxic. Again at this point you need to research the company you are purchasing the products from to find out their standards and their history.

Of course the absolute safest route to go when you have the desire for a pure non-toxic product is to purchase products that are "certified organic." In this case the product has to meet strict guidelines set forth by the certifying body whichever certifying body that may be. It does put your mind at ease when the "certified organic" logo is there to assure you of the products quality and purity.

The certifying bodies were set up originally to control claims made in the food industry but in the recent past some supplements and organic skin care products have been certified organic to food grade standards.

Organic Foods


Nutiva Organic  Extra Virgin Coconut Oil, 15-Ounce Tubs (Pack of 2)
Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil, 15-Ounce Tubs (Pack of 2)
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Nutiva's coconut oil is cold-pressed, organic extra-virgin coconut oil, with its light taste, pleasant aroma, and pure white color, and industrialized coconut oil, with its bland taste, faint aroma, and off-white color. Please note that any tiny brown specks found at the bottom of Nutiva's coconut oil are from the coconut fiber and are indigenous to extra-virgin coconut oil. It is deliciously healthy cooking oil. Better than butter and are USDA organic. Unrefined with no trans fats, rich in lauric acid.

Features

  • Pack of two 15-ounce jars (total of 30 ounces) USDA-certified-organic, extra-virgin coconut oil
  • No refrigeration required; solid at room temperature and melts at 76 degrees
  • Use as cooking oil, butter substitute, shortening substitute in baking, and massage/body oil
  • Product of the Philippines
CERTIFIED ORGANIC Chia Seeds 1lb
CERTIFIED ORGANIC Chia Seeds 1lb
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Until now... It has been IMPOSSIBLE to get CERTIFIED ORGANIC Chia Seeds. There weren't any growers that were certified. Well... Now they are available... and we are one of the ONLY suppliers that offers it. You can even go check out the Organic Certification Below!!! These are the HIGHEST QUALITY Chia Seeds on the market... Enjoy...

Virgin Coconut Oil (Certified Organic) (1000mg) 120 sgels
Virgin Coconut Oil (Certified Organic) (1000mg) 120 sgels
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Description

Coconut Oil (Cocus nucifera) is a traditional dietary staple of the people of Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands and has been used in Ayurvedic herbalism for thousands of years. NOW Organic Virgin Coconut Oil is unrefined cold-pressed oil, and does not utilize any solvents in the manufacturing process. Coconut oil contains no trans-fats and is a rich source of Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCTs), such as lauric acid (C-12) and caprylic acid (C-8). MCTs are less likely to be stored in the body as fat than most other fatty acids. Combined with essential fatty acids, it is a perfect addition to an overall healthy lipid program.* Picture may be of different size or flavor

Features

  • Made with Certified Organic Coconut Oil
  • Cold-pressed and unrefined
  • Source of MCTs
100% Organic Cotton Stuffed Multi Fruit Tote
100% Organic Cotton Stuffed Multi Fruit Tote
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Your child will fall in love with our new fruit tote play set with braided handles! Encouraging children to develop a positive attitude towards vegetables.

Features

  • Embroidered message Fresh organic fruit basket.
  • Includes Chiquita banana, pear, grape and watermelon.
  • Made and stuffed with the finest 100% organic Egyptian cotton.
100% Unrefined Certified Grade A Shea Butter 4 oz.
100% Unrefined Certified Grade A Shea Butter 4 oz.
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ALL SHEA BUTTERS ARE NOT EQUAL!100% Pure & Natural Shea Butter is an all-natural vitamin A cream. Shea Butter has been shown to be a superb moisturizer with exceptional healing properties for the skin.Shea Butter may range from excellent to very poor. Grade A Shea Butter may be used to treat a number of skin conditions and serves as an excellent moisturizer. Poor quality Shea Butter should be compared with products such as less expensive coca butter and mango butter.Only high quality Unrefined Premium Grade A Shea Butter can offer the health benefits mention here. Buying Laboratory Tested Shea Butter is your only means of knowing the quality of Shea Butter you are purchasing.THe American Shea Butter Institute Seal assures you are buying High Quality Premium Grade A Shea Butter.Grade A Shea Butter is laboratory tested for iron, mercury, lead, copper, mold yeast and bacteria content in addition to other important proprietary test.If you are not using laboratory tested Shea Butter, how do you know what you are putting on your skin?

Features

  • Dry Skin, Skin Rash, Skin peeling after tanning, Itchy skin
  • Blemishes and wrinkles, Sunburn, Skin cracks, Insect bites
  • Stretch mark prevention during pregnancy, Eczema, Dermatitis
  • Tough or rough skin (on feet), Frost bites, Healthy skin
Certified Organic & Raw Untoasted Nori, 50 SHEETS
Certified Organic & Raw Untoasted Nori, 50 SHEETS
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This nori has not been heated above 105° F during its production and is suitable for use by raw and living food eaters. It contains many minerals including Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A and C. Use Nori to make raw veggie "mock" sushi or veggie rolls - or invent your own filling for this low-fat, nutrient-dense food wrap. It can be crumbled to season salads or other delights. Nutritional Information: 1 sheet (2.5g), Calories 8, Fat 0g, Carb 1g, Fiber 1g, Protein 1g, Sodium 10mg, Potassium 8mg, Vitamin A 5%DV, Vitamin C 1%DV, Calcium 1%DV, Iron 2%DV. Daily Values (DV) based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Net Wt.: 4.2 oz (50 Sheets)

Features

  • This is organically grown nori certified through the OCIA International.
  • Untoasted Sushi Nori (Raw), Porphyra Yezoensis - Certified Organic
  • No chemicals or artificial fertilizers were used to raise this seaweed.
Organic Veggies and Fruit Safe Non-toxic Teething Toys for Baby (Strawberry)
Organic Veggies and Fruit Safe Non-toxic Teething Toys for Baby (Strawberry)
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Under the Nile products offer you an alternative to conventional apparel. All the cotton is 100% ORGANIC, 100% Egyptian. The natural cotton assures you that absolutely no pesticides or chemicals have been used through the entire production process. These products were created because of concern about the pollutants that our children are exposed to, which includes the clothes they wear. These garments are safe, pesticide-free, comfortable and naturally dyed. Accessories such as buttons and zippers are made for organically friendly elements like wood, shell or nickel-free metals. The farm that grows our cotton and makes our apparel focuses on fair trade and provides a worldwide model community for organic agriculture along with a supportive work place. The fact that we use cotton grown in Egypt makes it even more extraordinary because of the extremely soft, gentle and durable features Egyptian cotton is known for.

Features

  • We all know how babies love to put things in their mouth, why not start them off with organic vegetables and fruits?
  • Veggie toys are fun and hands-on, encouraging children to develop a positive attitude towards vegetables. These toys are safe, non-toxic and certified organic.
  • Organic Egyptian Cotton and stuffed with 100% organic cotton so no need to worry about baby putting these toys (organic veggies, yum) in their mouths.
  • 100% ORGANIC, 100% Egyptian. The natural cotton assures you that absolutely no pesticides or chemicals have been used through the entire production process.
  • As seen in Parents and Fit Pregnancy magazines. Under the Nile. Machine wash and dry.
Organic Valley Organic Nonfat Dry Milk Powder, 12-Ounce Bags (Pack of 4)
Organic Valley Organic Nonfat Dry Milk Powder, 12-Ounce Bags (Pack of 4)
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Organic Valley's powdered buttermilk brings you all the delicious goodness of our other milk products. It’s perfect for cooking, camping, traveling or long-term storage.

Features

  • Pack of four, 12-ounces per bag (total of 48 ounces)
  • Made from organic buttermilk
  • Perfect for cooking, camping, traveling or long-term storage
  • Organic Valley Organic Nonfat Dry Milk Powder pack holds 12 ounce in a pack of 4 with a total of 48 ounce
  • Convenient for on the go
  • Great for cooking
CERTIFIED ORGANIC Chia Seeds 5lb
CERTIFIED ORGANIC Chia Seeds 5lb
Sale Price: $39.95
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Until now... It has been IMPOSSIBLE to get CERTIFIED ORGANIC Chia Seeds. There weren't any growers that were certified. Well... Now they are available... and we are one of the ONLY suppliers that offers it. You can even go check out the Organic Certification Below!!! These are the HIGHEST QUALITY Chia Seeds on the market... Enjoy...

Features

  • Certified Organic Chia seeds
  • 5 pounds
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