Organic food: good for you and for the planet

In these times when there is an increasing awareness of the environment, ecological products or eco-products are very often spoken of. But how should a product be so that we can consider it organic?

The first thing is to define what is an eco-product or ecological product. An ecological product is one that does not pollute the environment or at least helps to reduce the consumption of products that do harm the environment. The problem is that many products that are not organic are also prefixed with “eco-“. Therefore, it is necessary to be well informed before buying to determine whether or not the product we are purchasing is organic. And already among the really ecological products we have them of all kinds: food, cleaning, household appliances, and a long etcetera. In this case, we are going to focus on the most essential of all the groups: food.

Based on the following guidelines, some of which Greenpeace provides us, we will be able to prepare very rich and healthy recipes, helping to reduce energy expenditure, polluting emissions, the consumption of raw materials and, consequently, taking care of the environment.

Guidelines for choosing organic food

First of all, it is committed to fresh, natural and preferably seasonal products. Flee as much as you can of preservatives and dyes. And if they carry the label that certifies that they are organically known as ‘euro leaf’, better than better.

The closer, the better. Less transportation means less CO 2 emissions. Also, this way you support local food and the economy of your locality.

Avoid over-packaged and pre-cooked products. Also, the latter is unhealthy for your body and fatten more. Buy everything you can in bulk.

In general, try to reduce the consumption of meat and fish and go for menus rich in vegetables, legumes, and fruits.

Opt for organic meat. It is more than the ordinary price but, if you can afford it, it is worth it and it shows a lot in the flavor. Look for the certification labeling of your Autonomous Community.

And the fish? eye! It is not on the Greenpeace Red List. Better wild than aquaculture and even better if it has been fished with selective methods. Needless to say, he always rejects the ‘pezqueñines’. Ask your fishmonger and he will inform you.

Avoid transgenic products. If you want to know which ones Greenpeace classifies as such, consult its Red and Green Guide.

Other ecological tips related to cooking

Use eco-friendly reusable or fabric bags for your purchases. Or the cart of a lifetime if you can walk to do the shopping.

Be careful with the energy expenditure when cooking: light only the necessary fires, take advantage of the heat that remains after the fire or oven has been extinguished, chop the food well so that they cook faster, etc. Ah! And when you go to buy an appliance make sure that it is efficient (it has an A on its label and the more stars the better).

And last but not least, never forget to recycle! After cooking, each container to its specific container and everything organic to yours.

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