All this talk about organic food may have you wondering if it is a switch your family should make. While organic food is a bit more expensive then non-organic products, it does have its benefits that just might outweigh the difference in price for you and your family.

Here are 3 reasons to switch from traditionally grown, to organic grown products.

1. Organic fruits and vegetables are grown without the use of synthetic pesticides. This means while some organic farmers are able to use pesticides, they must be derived from natural sources. This also includes the land that these crops are grown on, which can not have been treated with unnatural pesticides. These synthetic pesticides are the ones that can cause cancer, heart disease, and other life threatening illnesses.

2. Organic foods contain more vitamins and minerals than traditionally grown, non-organic plants. This increase of vitamins and minerals keeps you and your family healthier and actually prevents more diseases.

3. Organic grown food reduces the chemicals found in agriculture which not only helps the soil, but the surrounding water sources and animals present. The chemicals used to treat non-organic plants can run off into our water sources and make us sick without even consuming these products. By buying organic you are helping the environment revert back to a natural state that is better for us all.

These are just a few reasons why making the switch to organic is better for your family. The most important thing is organic food is better for our health, and it is nice knowing our food is not grown with unnatural harmful pesticides that can cause cancers and disease. This is reason enough for most to make the switch! Add the fact that organic foods also contain more nutrients and help the environment and the extra cost of organics can make total sense for you and your family.