Organic vs. Non-Organic: What’s the Real Difference?

By: liz west

What are the real differences between organic and non-organic foods? The most obvious is that one is grown without pesticides or hormones. These organic foods must be grown in such a way as to comply with national government standards. The industry is heavily regulated. But there are many other differences, some of which have more to do with looks than taste.

• Aesthetics

Some people prefer the look of a perfect apple, pear or melon. If you are one of those people, you may notice that the more aesthetically appealing piece of fruit is often conventional, which is …read more