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What is organic produce?

Organic produce is grown without using most conventional pesticides; fertilizers made with synthetic ingredients or sewage sludge; bioengineering; or ionizing radiation.

Before a product can be labeled “organic,” a government-approved certifier inspects the farm where the food is grown to make sure the farmer meets the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s organic standards.

Companies that handle or process organic food before it reaches the supermarket or restaurant must be certified, too.

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About Eating Healthfully

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) developed the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2005 and MyPyramid to promote a healthy lifestyle through proper nutrition and physical activity.

The recommendations are for the general public over 2 years of age. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans are reviewed and updated every 5 years and are set to be released in 2010.

For now, the Dietary Guidelines recommend choosing nutritious foods and beverages, maintaining a healthy weight, engaging in regular exercise, and practicing food safety.

Foods to be encouraged are fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fat-free or low-fat milk or milk products. Choose foods such as lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, and nuts; limit saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol, salt, added sugars, and alcohol.

The food guidance system…MyPyramid…is an excellent tool for making healthy food choices and enables you to customize your eating plan. In addition, the MyPyramid symbol is a reminder to be active every day.

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