December 13th, 2010

Organic Whole Foods

Organic Whole Foods

Organic Dog Food #2 – What’s It Made Of?

We begin our second article in this series by asking pet owners and the curious…”confused about what organic dog foods are?” You’re not alone due to the regulations regarding the term “organic” by pet food manufacturers, pet owners have been left baffled. Owners may be unaware that only certified organic dog food claims are regulate and enforced by the AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control) and other government agencies, where as other non-certified organic pet food claims are left on their own and may not be legitimate.

This confusion over terminology is most unfortunate since organic dog foods have a variety of nutritional advantages compared to their non-organic competitors.  If you wish to maintain the health & longevity of your family pet, you should be aware that certified organic dog foods are significantly healthier and more nutritious than any other available alternative.

Standards for organic dog food ban the use of synthetic chemicals during manufacture for certified organic pet foods and their individual ingredients making them safer than conventional pet foods. Most of these synthetic chemicals, aside from being harmful to the environment, are also known to be toxic to both humans and pets. Also, unlike convention pet foods, certified organic dog foods prohibit highly toxic pesticide residues, which in of its self is a substantial health advantage for your pet.

Unlike the ingredients in conventional pet foods, organically grown ingredients contain higher levels nutrients such as vitamins, minerals and antioxidants thereby offering a greater health benefit. If you are a pet owner or breeder who has raised a litter of pups solely on organic dog food, then perhaps you and your Vet have noticed these pets have maintained their health throughout their lives; rarely if ever developing any chronic ailments common to most pets. A good benchmark to excellent health is not only a shiny soft coat till old age, but most noticeably is the far fewer development of allergies as well as other diseases i.e. diabetes, obesity and arthritis.

With all that said, you still need to do your homework on organic dog food manufactures. Depending on the process of manufacture, some organic ingredients can lose their nutritional properties. Organic dog foods rely on raw and dehydrated ingredients for their content and the temperatures used during the method of production determine the value of the nutrients. Read the labels to see whether refined sugars and refined flour are listed. These ingredients can cause weight gain as well as the related issues that go along with an overweight pet.

So, what are organic dog foods? For those pet owners that have done their due diligence in investigating quality manufacturers, they are the safest healthiest choice for your family pet, improving their overall wellbeing and longevity.

Foods That Kill - Part 1 of 6


Farmer's Market Foods Organic Canned Pumpkin, 15-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)
Farmer's Market Foods Organic Canned Pumpkin, 15-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)
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Farmer’s Market Organic Pumpkin is rich, smooth and delicious, and ready to use for everything from baked delights to savory center of the plate entrees. Use it in a variety of recipes including pies, muffins, cookies, soups…even chili! The bright orange color is your first clue that our Organic Pumpkin is loaded with beta-carotene, which may help protect against heart disease, regulate blood-sugar, and reduce the severity of conditions such as asthma, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis with its anti-inflammatory effects. Also, Farmer’s Market Organic Pumpkin has large amounts of dietary fiber and antioxidants, is very low in fat and calories, and high in potassium. It also contains a fair amount of vitamin C and other nutrients such as niacin, vitamin E, calcium and iron.

Features

  • Pack of 12 15-ounce cans (total of 180 ounces)
  • Certified Organic
  • Naturally sweet pumpkin puree
  • Grown in the USA
  • Very best for pies, baking, and soups
Earth's Best Organic Fruit & Whole Grain Comnbo, Variety Pack, 4-Ounce Jars (Pack of 12)
Earth's Best Organic Fruit & Whole Grain Comnbo, Variety Pack, 4-Ounce Jars (Pack of 12)
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Contains: Banana Apricot Mixed Grain, Prunes & Oatmeal & Plum Banana Brown Rice

Features

  • Banana Apricot Mixed Grain, Prunes & Oatmeal & Plum Banana Brown Rice
  • Made with whole wheat flour
  • Kosher4 Dairy
Newman's Own Organics Adult Dog Food Formula, 12.5-Pound Bag
Newman's Own Organics Adult Dog Food Formula, 12.5-Pound Bag
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Newman's Own Organics Adult Dog Food Chicken & Rice Formula is a new holistic formula based on the newest concept in animal nutrition.

Features

  • One 12.5 pound bag of dry dog food
  • Organic ingredients
  • Pack with 12.5 pound bag
The Whole Organic Food Book: Safe, Healthy Harvest from Your Garden to Your Plate
The Whole Organic Food Book: Safe, Healthy Harvest from Your Garden to Your Plate
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Something is being done to the food we eat. Much of our food is being bioengineered with genes from other life forms and presented to us without identification and with almost no examination of possible consequences. The Whole Organic Food Book provides insight and inspiration for those wanting to grow and eat food that is pure and natural. Whole-food guru Dan Jason encourages and instructs us on ways to regain control of our food supply through sensible, natural gardening techniques. Jason offers growing tips and loads of helpful hints on how to increase diversity and productivity in your garden. Also included are many healthy, delicious recipes featuring whole, unprocessed crops - grains, legumes and vegetables - you can produce from seed. This book will help you enjoy the tasty, nutritious benefits of organic food - food that is good for the soil and good to eat.

Features

  • ISBN13: 9781551924267
  • Condition: USED - Very Good
  • Notes: BUY WITH CONFIDENCE, Over one million books sold! 98% Positive feedback. Compare our books, prices and service to the competition. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
Food Inc.
Food Inc.
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Organic Raw Sun Cured Whole Vanilla Bean Powder - 4 oz
Organic Raw Sun Cured Whole Vanilla Bean Powder - 4 oz
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Vanilla is the only orchid flower in the world that produces an edible fruit, and it is very labor intensive to cultivate and produce large amounts of, which is why it is normally so expensive! Other interesting Vanilla Facts : Vanilla is used in almost every chocolate bar recipe on the planet, and vanilla vines can actually grow on chocolate trees! For the Totonaca, vanilla was a sacred herb that they incorporated into all levels of their lives. As a medicine it had a number of uses. Although vanilla hasn?t received as much attention as many of the common popular herbs such as lavender, mint or chamomile, it has been used as a ?medicine? for hundreds of years and its popularity is growing as more evidence becomes available about its power to heal and soothe.

Features

  • Our Vanilla Bean Powder is made from organic vanilla beans
  • Vanilla keeps indefinatley and actually gets better with age a lot like wine, and it does not requir
  • Vanilla is the only orchid in the world that produces an edible fruit!
New Good Food Pocket Guide, rev: Shopper's Pocket Guide to Organic, Sustainable, and Seasonal Whole Foods
New Good Food Pocket Guide, rev: Shopper's Pocket Guide to Organic, Sustainable, and Seasonal Whole Foods
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This convenient pocket guide packs the knowledgeable information of the original whole foods bible into a concise, easy-to-carry format. Focusing mainly on core food products available at large-scale supermarkets and natural foods stores, easy-reference entries help shoppers navigate their many options when choosing organic, whole, local, and sustainably and ethically produced foods.  An updated pocket-size edition of the definitive guide to buying, storing, and preparing whole foods. Handy charts and tables summarize what's in season when. Organic food sales totaled nearly $17 billion in 2006, up 22 percent from the previous year, in the U.S. alone.  From the Trade Paperback edition.

Whole World Botanicals - Organic Royal Maca 180 - Botanicals Herbs
Whole World Botanicals - Organic Royal Maca 180 - Botanicals Herbs
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WWB uses no additives, coloring, flavoring, or excipients. No pesticides, chemical fertilizers, irradiation or chemical gassing is used on our herbs. Their high standards extend to their relationship with native and maca growers and rainforest plant collectors and growers. They are fair traders who use part of the profits from sales of our maca products to improve the conditions of life of the growers/collectors through education, agricultural loans, and technical assistance in producing organic herbs with high crop yields. Front Label Panel: Whole World Botanicals Organic Royal Maca Vegetarian Capsules Maca Root Extract Powder Certified Organic By Skal Lepidium Peruvianum A Dietary Supplement 180 Maca Root Extract Capsules (500 Mg)Whole Root Extract) In Royal Maca Capsules Has Been Certified Organic By Skal (017722). Since The Capsules Contain Several Heirloom Varieties Of Maca Root Extract, The Color Of The Maca In The Capsules May Vary From Bottle To Bottle.

60 Minutes - A Different Kind of Grocery (June 4, 2006)
60 Minutes - A Different Kind of Grocery (June 4, 2006)
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John Mackey, the founder of the Whole Foods Market, believes you are what you eat, and judging by the success of his 184-store chain, shoppers agree. Now Mackey wants to go beyond high-quality and organic foods, and soon will be offering meat from animals who were treated humanely during their lives. Mackey is an unusual tycoon -- a competitive and determined man whose hobbies are yoga, meditation, and the care of his chickens.

Reuseable Produce Bags, Medium - Package of 3
Reuseable Produce Bags, Medium - Package of 3
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The next logical step in waste reduction.These reusable lightweight cotton bags are similar in size to the standard plastic produce bags found in most grocery stores. Bring fruits and veggies home and store them too. Customers also tell us these bags are also great for growing sprouts and brewing beer. Made from 100% cotton in India under the Fail Trade/Fair Labor policy. Sold in packages of Three (3). Size: 8.5"w x 11"h with Drawstring. Each bag weighs 0.04oz.

Features

  • Size: 10"w x 12"h with drawstring.
  • Made from 100% cotton in India under the Fail Trade/Fair Labor policy
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