Going Local and Organic: Worth the effort

Well, I read a book about why to go organic and I'm finally convinced. This book doesn't say that everything has to be organic, but it's nice to know what the facts are and even though I'm going to miss buying strawberries for $1 per pound, I think I'll feel better about what I'm feeding my kids and what my body is feeding Bea through nursing and what a growing baby would be absorbing while developing(No I'm not pregnant). Check it out. To Buy or Not to Buy Organic: What You Need to Know to Choose the Healthiest, Safest, Most Earth-Friendly Food by Cindy Burke

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is such a quick and easy read about the dangers of eating some conventional foods. It lets you know what you should eat organic or locally grown and what you can eat conventionally grown. I am most definitely going organic. Everyone should also know what the dirty dozen is! You'll be grossed out at what you've been eating!


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I also read this book a while ago and you should definitely read up on the dangers of soy. The Whole Soy Story: The Dark Side of America's Favorite Health Food by Kaayla T. Daniel

My review

rating: 3 of 5 stars
The information in this book is "must know" but this almost 400 page book is a little long to read fully. Basically, stay away from soy. We're at the mercy of the government and food industry on the misinformation we're getting about the nutritional benefits of soy. It's a poison from being packed with estrogen(bad for men) and preventing the absorption of vitamins (called an anti-nutrient) it should be avoided at all costs. If you don't read this book, at least be informed.


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