Organic food is the new buzz word in food and nutrition. Food that is grown without the use of pesticides, fertilizers and additives or organic food as we commonly call it is what is most beneficial to your health as what nutritionists also say. There was a time in the 90s when the entire focus was on increasing the production of food items like fruits and vegetables using fertilizers so as to meet the demand of the growing population and keep the prices of these items controlled. Then came the ‘hybrid technology’ and we had hybrid food products and genetically modified food items springing up from all sides.
As they say, life comes around full circle and organic foods that were only accessible to local farmers for their own consumption is now what everyone wants to eat. Eating and living naturally is the new age mantra. You visit a grocery store and will find a whole swarm of organically grown foods like fruits and vegetables, nuts, pulses, herbs and much more. The statistics of US Organic Food Industry state that organic food sales have been on a rise since 2000 with a steady growth rate of 11.5%. The sale of organic fruits and vegetables are up by 42.2% in 2011 and were projected to touch 43.3% in the coming years.
The many benefits of eating organic food are:
- It is free from any pesticidal residues that may have been used during cultivation of food as these are naturally grown.
- It is safe from chemicals and other genetically engineered techniques like synthetic hormones.
- Nutritive power is denser in these food items.
- Taste is better and it is food in its purest form.
As organic food is growing in demand, so are the places or market areas where you can get these food items. They were earlier priced at a premium but are now available at affordable costs. Organic foods in St. Lauderdale is widely available. Owing to the growing population of health conscious and nature loving people, St.Lauderdale is the place where you can get everything fresh and organic. It is free from pesticides, does not contain any artificial flavors and produced in the most natural way, free from any kind of processing techniques. Move around in the area and you see many shops opting to keep organic foods on their shelves.
The top ten farmer markets in Fort Lauderdale area are:
- Your Gourmet Food Store
- Publix
- The Fresh Market
- Myapapaya
- Tunies
- Jamba Juice
- Seasons 52
- Walgreen Co
- Whole Foods Market
- BM Organics Café And Market
These places not just offer best food items but also give you the option of getting meal preparations. You can choose from the delicious options available that includes soups, pies and broths. Indulge into the delicious aroma and taste of these foods and convert your living to more natural and healthy living..the organic way.
