mercredi 4 mars 2015

Why Choose Organic Non GMO Vitamins

By Olivia Cross


The dietary supplement industry has grown greatly over the last few decades. As more consumers choose natural substances to make up dietary deficiencies and foster health, even medical doctors are recommending vitamin therapy to their clients. However, the interest in vitamins has attracted many mainstream manufacturers, as well as some fly-by-night companies, and the quality of products is uneven. Consumers who choose organic non GMO vitamins have two assurances that weed out inferior products.

The organic seal ensures that a vitamin product is food-based. This means that the raw materials come from organically-certified foods. Vitamin C, for instance, will be derived from citrus fruits, berries, or other plant sources rather than from laboratory-made ascorbic acid, another usable form of this nutrient. Nothing with the organic label will legally be synthetic. In contrast, many brands include synthetic forms of vitamins; these substances appear the same under a microscope but often don't function as well as natural vitamins in the body.

Among other things, the organic certification guarantees that there are no genetically modified raw materials in the product. Most manufacturers also want to make sure consumers know that their products are GMO-free, so they will put this information on the label. There is an industry-approved symbol for GMO-free products that consumers are beginning to recognize.

It used to be that a 'natural' or 'all-natural' designation was enough, but today genetically-modified organisms, as well as other questionable ingredients, are allowed in this category of foods and supplements. Many products with 'natural' in the name or description contain traces of petroleum and other chemicals in artificial flavors, colors, and preservatives.

Many sources say that the safety of genetically-modified foods has not been proved, and for that reason consumers should avoid them. Although animals and people who ingest them don't die, no one knows what problems long-term use may cause. Early research seems to show that future generations have more tumors, birth certificates, and other negative results of this change in food.

This kind of delayed problem happened with an increased use of systemic pesticides on crops around the world. Although adult bees could collect nectar from sprayed crops with no apparent problems, their grandchildren - the third generation of these important pollinators - died out, leaving hundreds of thousands of deserted hives. Countries that have banned these pesticides, such as France, have been able to restore their bee population.

People who value truly natural products can help protect the industry by refusing to spend money on inferior imitations and formulas that cut corners on quality. Choosing organically-certified and GMO-free products protects their health while sending the message that consumers want the best supplements they can get. This support can also help reputable manufacturers keep their prices down.

Supplementing with high quality vitamins has been shown, by research and consumer experience, to have great benefits. Especially for those who cannot eat only fresh, organic, locally-grown foods, supplementation can make a significant difference. However, choosing certified products is the best way to ensure getting purity and the desired results.




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