Organic spices provide a depth and flavor that is often missing in commercially harvested herbs and spices. They also provide an exceptional nutritional value that can be lacking in many food products. The lack of chemicals used in the production process of organic spices means that the plant's natural oils remain intact, which often increases their antioxidant content. This has been shown to reduce inflammation in the body and improve digestion by increasing enzyme activity. This may also be beneficial for people with diabetes or hypoglycemia because these conditions are affected by high levels of inflammation. Organic spices such as cloves can help fight many ailments.

Organic spices are spices that are produced, processed, and packaged without the use of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, sewage sludge, irradiation, or genetic engineering. These spices are grown on land that has been free from chemical inputs for a period of at least three years. Organic farmers use organic methods of controlling pests instead of using synthetic chemicals to protect organic crops.

Organic spice consumption is becoming very popular in the world today, with people wanting to avoid exposure to chemical pesticides and fertilizers. There are many advantages associated with consuming organic spices, including:

• Organic spices have much higher levels of antioxidants.
• Organic spices have no known side effects.
• Organic spice consumption helps support organic farmers who do not use chemicals in growing their crops.
• Organic spice consumption reduces your exposure to toxic chemicals in food products.

For health reasons, consuming organic foods is considered safer than non-organic foods. In addition to growing organically, the processing, handling, and packaging of organic foods must comply with strict rules issued by the USDA. These rules include requirements for the use of separate facilities and equipment for handling organic foods and prohibiting contact between these foods and prohibited substances such as synthetic pesticides and chemical fertilizers. These strict rules make sure that you only get pure organic food when you buy certified organic products.

The top benefits of organic spices are:

• They contain more nutrients and antioxidants.
• They’re free of pesticides, herbicides, and artificial fertilizers.
• They’re non-GMO.
• Organic spices are grown without animal manure.
• Organic spices don’t contain irradiation or sewage sludge.

In the past, most people used herbs and spices as both food and medicine. Even today, we still use some herbs and spices for their flavor (such as cinnamon) and others for their medicinal properties (such as turmeric).

Although most herbs and spices are not specifically organic, some are. The USDA has a certification program for organic foods, but it does not specifically certify organic herbs or spices. Instead, herbs and spices must be certified organic by an accredited certifying agent.

Some of the more popular organic herbs and spices include:

• Aniseed
• Basil, sweet
• Bay leaves
• Caraway seeds
• Cardamom pods
• Cayenne pepper
• Dried chili peppers
• Cinnamon, ground or sticks
• Cloves, whole or ground,
• Coriander, ground or seeds
• Cumin, ground or seeds
• Curry powder or paste (a blend)
• Dill seed or weed (fresh)
• Fennel seeds or fresh bulbs (greens)
• Fenugreek seeds
• Red chili flakes/crushed
• Ground ginger
• Ground cardamom
• Turmeric powder
• Mace spice
• Moringa powder
• Aloe vera powder
• Onion powder
• Garlic granules
• Black peppercorns
• Garam masala spice

Organic spices and herbs are incredibly healing for our bodies. They contain powerful antioxidants and phytochemicals that support the body's natural detoxification system.

Most people don't realize just how toxic our food supply is. According to the Environmental Working Group, over 80% of conventional foods tested contained pesticide residues! The average person eats between 5 and 9 pounds of pesticides every year! These toxins accumulate in the body and can cause a whole host of health issues like cancer, hormone imbalances, digestive distress and more.

Organic foods have far higher levels of nutrients than non-organic. A study published in the British Journal of Nutrition found that organic produce has substantially higher concentrations of antioxidants than non-organic produce. The study compared vegetables grown on organic versus non-organic farms and found that the organic vegetables had 18–69% higher concentrations of antioxidants.

Organic produce is also free from synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, which can be toxic to humans. In fact, an estimated 1 billion pounds of pesticides are used every year on conventional crops in the United States.

Many of these pesticides have been banned by other countries due to their harmful effects on human health. For example, one popular herbicide called Atrazine is banned in Europe because of its effect on human health and environmental issues.

Buying organic spices is easier than you might think.

Once upon a time, all spices were organic, but with the rise of commercial farming came the use of pesticides and chemical fertilizers. So, when you buy organic spices, what you're really getting is a spice that's made without the use of synthetic chemicals like synthetic fertilizers, sewage sludge, irradiation, or genetic engineering.

If you have an aversion to chemicals in your food (as many people do), here are some things to keep in mind when buying organic spices:

Check out the USDA seal. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has its own label for organic foods, so when you see that little green and white stamp on your spice bottle or container, it means it has been certified organic by the USDA and meets their standards.

Look for a list of ingredients. Organic spices should have a list of their ingredients on them. If there isn't one, ask yourself why not?

Look for more than just "organic." There are actually three different ways to claim that a product is organic, and one of them is pretty weak. A "100 percent organic" label means every single ingredient in that product must be certified organic; "organic" means at least 95 percent must be organic ingredient.

Conclusion:

Spices that are organically grown can be used in place of nonorganically grown spices. They do not contain any types of chemicals or pesticides that could have adverse reactions when consumed. Normally, nonorganic spice products are grown with the use of pesticides. However, since organically grown foods are not produced with the use of additives or any other drugs, they cannot be sold as organic if they have been produced using the use of additives or drugs. The spices that are purchased today will give you a much higher nutritional benefit when compared to their previously purchased counterparts. When it comes to prices, organically grown spices are also cheaper than non-organic spices.

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Disclaimer: The views expressed in this article should not be considered as a substitute for a physician's advice. Please consult with your health care professional before buying this product.