The popularity of bio products is on the rise and more and more people are changing to using bio products in their restaurants and in their homes.
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Eco, Bio, Organic: what's the difference?
During the last few years, new words have entered the food world, creating trends and a new kind of awareness. Food packaging started showing the 'bio', 'organic' and 'eco' label, and little by little new specialized stores started popping up everywhere.
But do you know the actual difference between all of these definitions?
Eco (ecologic):
If you find the 'eco' label on a product, it means it was made according to the European regulation for it (in Europe). This means that no pesticides, transgenic or chemical fertilizers were used during its production. It's the most complete category of the three analyzed in this article.
Of course, this doesn't mean that ecologic products are never made in greenhouses. There are actually many ecologic greenhouse productions everywhere in the world.
We also need to specify that the 'eco' label only applies when, as we previously said, products passed the required controls, but also when someone paid to have those same controls realized on the products.
Moving on, now you would think that 'bio' and 'organic' are synonymous of 'eco', right? Well, not exactly.
Bio:
On its hand, the term 'bio' indicates products that have not been genetically modified. This means that a bio product is not necessarily ecologic, as the 'eco' label has more strict controls. On the other side, if a product is 'eco' it also means that it wasn't genetically modified.
Organic:
The last label is 'organic'. It refers to a production process in which there were no kind of pesticides or chemical fertilizers involved. This means that it doesn't exclude that they might have been genetically modified.
Basically, the two last categories, bio and organic, can't receive the 'eco' label because they don't meet all the requirements.
Knowing the differences between these categories can help you make a more aware choice and avoid being fooled by advertising.
But do you know the actual difference between all of these definitions?
Eco (ecologic):
If you find the 'eco' label on a product, it means it was made according to the European regulation for it (in Europe). This means that no pesticides, transgenic or chemical fertilizers were used during its production. It's the most complete category of the three analyzed in this article.
Of course, this doesn't mean that ecologic products are never made in greenhouses. There are actually many ecologic greenhouse productions everywhere in the world.
We also need to specify that the 'eco' label only applies when, as we previously said, products passed the required controls, but also when someone paid to have those same controls realized on the products.
Moving on, now you would think that 'bio' and 'organic' are synonymous of 'eco', right? Well, not exactly.
Bio:
On its hand, the term 'bio' indicates products that have not been genetically modified. This means that a bio product is not necessarily ecologic, as the 'eco' label has more strict controls. On the other side, if a product is 'eco' it also means that it wasn't genetically modified.
Organic:
The last label is 'organic'. It refers to a production process in which there were no kind of pesticides or chemical fertilizers involved. This means that it doesn't exclude that they might have been genetically modified.
Basically, the two last categories, bio and organic, can't receive the 'eco' label because they don't meet all the requirements.
Knowing the differences between these categories can help you make a more aware choice and avoid being fooled by advertising.
Reasons to Eat Bio Food
It doesn’t contain neurotoxins:
Neurotoxins are found in all the non-bio foods. Usually, the pesticides that are used for growing vegetables are infested with this sort of toxins and they are obviously sent to the food we eat. These toxins can damage your nerve cells and your brain. The good news is that neurotoxins are not found in the bio-food due to the simple fact that there are not used pesticides for the growth of bio vegetables or fruits.
It tastes better:
Bio-products definitely taste better than non-organic ones. Even if organic food is quite expensive, it definitely worth the money, due to the fact that it is extremely healthy and delicious. When it comes to fruits, you will notice a big difference of taste between bio and non-bio fruits. It is exactly the same when it comes to vegetables. You will certainly prepare delicious meals when using bio vegetables.
It is not exposed to gas-ripening:
Bio food is not exposed to gas-ripening like other vegetables and fruits such as tomatoes or bananas. This means that bio food keeps all the nutritional elements, it is extremely healthy.
Eating Bio Food regularly can reduce cancer risk:
This is possible due to the fact that for the bio food production is not used pesticides which are without any doubt carcinogenic. This is a very strong reason to start eating bio food as soon as possible.
Your Immune System will be stronger:
This is another good reason to change your lifestyle and start eating organic food. Due to the fact that this type of food is produced by organic farming and there is not allowed the use of synthetic pesticides or chemical fertilizers. Bio food is not processed using synthetic food additives, industrial solvents or irradiation. This is why it is 100% natural and extremely nutritious. After a while, you will notice how you will start to feel better and your immune system will become stronger.
Neurotoxins are found in all the non-bio foods. Usually, the pesticides that are used for growing vegetables are infested with this sort of toxins and they are obviously sent to the food we eat. These toxins can damage your nerve cells and your brain. The good news is that neurotoxins are not found in the bio-food due to the simple fact that there are not used pesticides for the growth of bio vegetables or fruits.
It tastes better:
Bio-products definitely taste better than non-organic ones. Even if organic food is quite expensive, it definitely worth the money, due to the fact that it is extremely healthy and delicious. When it comes to fruits, you will notice a big difference of taste between bio and non-bio fruits. It is exactly the same when it comes to vegetables. You will certainly prepare delicious meals when using bio vegetables.
It is not exposed to gas-ripening:
Bio food is not exposed to gas-ripening like other vegetables and fruits such as tomatoes or bananas. This means that bio food keeps all the nutritional elements, it is extremely healthy.
Eating Bio Food regularly can reduce cancer risk:
This is possible due to the fact that for the bio food production is not used pesticides which are without any doubt carcinogenic. This is a very strong reason to start eating bio food as soon as possible.
Your Immune System will be stronger:
This is another good reason to change your lifestyle and start eating organic food. Due to the fact that this type of food is produced by organic farming and there is not allowed the use of synthetic pesticides or chemical fertilizers. Bio food is not processed using synthetic food additives, industrial solvents or irradiation. This is why it is 100% natural and extremely nutritious. After a while, you will notice how you will start to feel better and your immune system will become stronger.
Are Bio Foods really better?
Consumers and producers should know them and take a knowledgeable decision before considering which products to consume.
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Bio Foods are known to be very healthy, but aside from that how much better are bio foods from regular produce?
Advantages or disadvantages about particular items depend on personal tastes, beliefs and choices. Bio food, when grown and dealt with much skill and care, can offer many advantages, with that, bio food also has a few disadvantages. Consumers and producers should know them and take a knowledgeable decision before considering which products to consume.
If you are skeptic, or unsure about a product, make sure to ask the suppliers/vendors about its origins, freshness or any other relevant information you may need.
Advantages of Bio Food:
Vitamins, Minerals and other Supplements:
are important for the human body and deficiencies of these nutrients can result in serious health problems. Therefore it is recommended that each person should eat at least 5 fruits and vegetables per day.
The problem is that in many cases eating more fruits and vegetables means consuming more acids and toxins in our body. The intake of processed foods with chemicals, pesticides, processed fertilizers only aggravate people’s health. Especially pregnant women are not advised to consume those foods with lots of chemicals as this may affect the baby.
No Chemicals:
The biggest advantage of bio products is that it does not contain preservatives, chemical additives and toxins. Compared to other products, organic food is not genetically modiLed, meaning there are no changes from its natural state and therefore no chemicals are ingested into our bodies.
Environmentally friendly:
Cultivating organic vegetation also means keeping the balance of the soil. The soil does not absorb chemicals, and accordingly bio- agriculture promotes the growth of beneficial microorganisms. In other words Bio Products are more environmental friendly.
Disadvantages of Bio Food:
Expensive:
Bio food offers lower productivity per acre and are more costly to grow and to produce than non organic foods. These added costs are passed on to the consumer who has to pay higher prices and some people may not be able to afford these products.
Shorter Shelf Life:
Bio products do not contain preservatives, which means that foods get spoiled quickly and this is quite a big disadvantage. But on the other hand preservatives are unhealthy.
If one can be sure the food is authentically organic and can also afford to buy it, then Bio Food is the preferable and recommended food choice!
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