Tip of the Week – Support Local Organic Farmer’s Markets
Buying organic products from your local farmer’s market should be a no brainer. It helps both the environment and is better for your health all at the same time.
That’s because organic produce is farmed without pesticides or herbicides. So, there are no nasty chemicals or toxics on your yummy fruits & veggies. OSHA, or Occupational Safety & Health Administration, warns that “(pesticides) are an industry hazard because they can irritate the skin, affect the nervous and reproductive systems, and cause cancer.”
Plus buying from local farmers means your food travels less distance, using less gas, and in turn produces less carbon dioxide emissions.
To help find local farmer’s markets in your area, check out Local Harvest or Farmer’s Market.
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