Is organic food really worth the cost?

[Dragunuv]

I think organic food is all hype I don't think it's healthy or any more good than normal food? I have tried organic chicken but it doesn't taste any different.

[MrEM4N]

Worth is subjective. Organic foods have more micronutrients, are treated with preservatives, toxic pesticides or HGH and the animals are treated better. Do you care that the chickens who laid the eggs you're eating for breakfast have their beaks seared off and are kept in a cage the size of their body their entire life? Does it matter to you that the tomatoes you're eating could have half the nutritional value of an organic tomato that is more flavorful?

For some people that stuff matters. Think of it like saying is a home cooked meal better than a store bought? The answer is almost always yes.

[MrEM4N]

Aren't treated*

[sketchy]

As far as the final product is concerned, no. The nutritional value is no higher, there are no added health benefits, and most people wouldn't taste the difference.

However, organic food is produced in a manner which is less harmful to the environment, and more considerate of animal welfare - and that is a good enough reason for many to pay that little bit extra (but obviously, if you don't have a lot of money, those things aren't likely to be high up your list of priorities).

[rockcandy]

Its all a scam. you go dude! Its not any safer or healthier...but it is a lot more expensive. Save your money for more important things. Don't buy into this trendy health fad.

Organic food is like a religion to many people if you've noticed. They're intense about it and they place moral values on our lunch of all things.

They are full of pseudo science, agendas, and warm fuzzy feelings in their heart. And the organic farmers are full of...well...your hard earned money in their pockets.

[madmisskelly]

Organic fruits and veggies may be worth it, organic meats tend to not be injected with hormones and what not but keep in mind the cost is going to be.

Keep in mind, that they aren't necessarily "healthier" than other fruits, veggies and meats- hormones and pesticides aside. Meaning, going on an all organic diet isn't going to make you lose weight or gain muscle. Taste wise they are about the same as well.

Some things are fairly worth buying organic.

[Dragunuv]

I guess your right.

[lovemeholdme21]

Honest I tHink organic food is a big waste of money. Most people believe the senate eating organic food is hope you're free in a prolonged your life, which maybe it will keep you healthier but its not all organic. Most people be surprised to know that Most fruits and vegetables and things from the farmers to contain at least 20 percent pesticides. They are in compeTiTion wiTh oTher organic farmers anyways. Organic food is really just a scam to insure people will be happy with what they buy. nothing is organic nowadays not even our water. Just like diet food to replace one thing for another. it's all unhealthy from whichever way you look at it.

[Dragunuv]

i agree with you since diet drinks are not healthy at all from my point.

[Misty_04]

It doesn't contain harmful hormones, chemicals and meat wise the animals are treater far better before they are slaughtered. So yes it is worth it if it leads to better treatment of animals and less needless cruelty.

[Longshot]

It's worth the cost if you want to avoid cheicals in your body.

[Dragunuv]

but aren't those chemicals better to have since it prevents the cow to get sick. a flea or fly or insect can get a cow sick.

[martyfellow]

In the long term it won't cost more than other food. It's only because it's not produced in such large quantities that it costs more now.

[SmoothOperator1980]

Like anything else something is only worth what you're willing to pay. If you don't see a difference then don't spend the money.

[stillagoodgirl]

Only if you make it yourself

[johari]

Cool. But I say no

[Anonymous]

Go for it