Is There A Link Between Organic Food & Weight Loss?

One of the challenges Americans trying to lose weight are facing is the increased consumption of overly processed foods with synthetic chemicals such as high fructose syrup, preservatives, pesticides, growth hormones, and artificial colors and flavors.  Our bodies are not designed to process these artificial ingredients nor do they recognize these additives as usable; therefore these are processed as empty calories that are converted and stored into fat. Consuming too many "empty calories" found in processed foods will disrupt the body's ability to burn the excess stored fat.

Eating organic fruits & vegetables, meats and dairy products such as Eggology egg whites have been found to have more beneficial nutrients to encourage your body to stay healthy and burn more stored fat.  According to the Organic Facts, people who consume more organic foods experience better overall health by eliminating chemical fertilizers and pesticides from their bodies.  In addition, organic foods often taste better- and makes it easier for consumers to be more satisfied on less.

Here are some tips to incorporate more organic foods into your daily diet:

When Shopping, Read the Labels: Avoid ingredients such as Partially Hydrogenated Oils and High fructose corn syrup (HFCS).  In fact, an easy rule to remember is to avoid foods with 10 or more ingredients and/or foods that contain ingredients that you cannot pronounce.

Buy Seasonal & Local Fruits/Vegetables: When you buy seasonal produce, it is more likely the food came from a local source, as opposed to a far away location.  Buying local is better for the environment and for your health.  Once food is harvested, it begins to lose it's nutritional benefits.  Consuming food when it is fresh will not only taste better, but will provide your body with more nutrients it needs to stay healthy. These foods will satisfy your hunger for a longer period of time.

Grow Your Own Garden. The Obamas have brought this growing trend into the spotlight by planting a garden on the White House lawn to produce foods for their kitchen.  Growing your garden is not always as daunting as it may sound.  It is a healthy, economical, and fun activity for your whole family to be a part of.  To learn tips to growing your own garden, visit:

http://eatmoreherbs.com/growing_herbs/organic_garden.html

Visit a local farmers market. Farmers markets are another fun family activity to participate in while supporting local food producers and the environment.  You will find foods that are fresh and rich with nutrients for a lot less than high-end organic supermarkets.

Join a Co-Op- Food cooperatives are worker or customer owned businesses that provide fresh, locally grown food while allowing members to keep the convenience of a grocery store.

Sites such as Local Harvest can help you find a co-op in your area.