It's Sunday morning, you're strolling down the produce aisle of your local grocery store. You spot bright orange bell peppers and lush leafy greens, you smell the sharpness of mint, cilantro and freshly picked this and that. You go to reach for a bunch of organic bananas and think to yourself, "Does it really matter if I eat an organic banana over a conventional one? What's the big deal anyway?" This, my fellow shopper, is a conversation I love having—and you and I are going to have it today.
Organic VS Conventional.. Let's Talk About It
You've probably heard a lot of fuss about pesticides, toxins, and generally yucky farming practices that turn what should be a toxin-free meal into a potential healthcare nightmare. We have enough to worry about daily with hectic jobs, energizer bunny kids, strained relationships, and various other scary things going on in the world. We do not need to worry about whether this banana is going to cause more harm than good.
We want the food we eat to be hearty fuel that's going to carry us through the days, months, and years—not land us on a waiting list for a healthcare provider who can't see us until September. So, what's the big deal?
The deal is, organic farmers don't use the harmful stuff conventional farmers do . Soil additives, harmful pesticides, radiation, and other things that can make your body function sub-optimally.
Over time, regularly consuming pesticides may cause health issues . The body wants to be in a state of homeostasis—when it can regulate itself despite outside influences. If you're sick, you'll get better. If you have a cut, it will heal. The body loves to heal itself.
However, some situations can throw off the body's natural healing mechanisms. Not drinking enough water can cause imbalance. Drinking too much water can also cause imbalance. Consistent exposure to toxins may do the same.
Does this mean we're going to die if we don't choose the organic banana? Absolutely not. Remember, fed is best.
"Getting the suggested amount of fruits and vegetables every day is more important than choosing those that are organic or conventionally farmed." – Mayo Clinic, 2025
But giving your body the best fighting chance is even better. And here at Nature's, we're here to help you fight.
That's all for now! Hope you have a great one!
Much love from your local produce potato,
Marybeth <3
