Keeping with our nutrition and diet theme for this week; I found it appropriate that I was given an opportunity to view a new documentary regarding organic farming. FRESH, a film which highlights the changes in farming in the United States; is a powerful piece of art that everyone should see. Featuring footage and stories from farmers of large-scale industrial farms, and farmers of organic/sustainable farms; enlighten the viewer as to the power of American’s inability to feel inconvenienced. Want, want, want…the American way.
Healthy bodies are fueled by the foods that are put into them. Just as you would not like to be leaded gasoline into your car; why would we put products that contain harmful chemicals that were not meant by nature to be, in our bodies? FRESH opens the viewers eyes and mind to the choices available to us as consumers, and the route we have to take to change the future of our food supply for the future of our health.
Similar to the documentaries by Michael Moore, FRESH offers a dynamic view of truth. I was surprised at the treatment of different animals that we as consumers eat daily; and the food which is fed to the animals that we Americans, in return, consume. In one short clip in the film, it discusses the new technique in industrial farming; in which cattle are given grain meal which contains pieces of other dead cows. I remember grade school science teacher telling me that cows were herbavors? Why then are large-scale industrial farmers feeding herbavors, meat?
A second area of astonishment; is the cost-effectiveness findings of the two different styles of farming. Large-scale industrial farming costs more money and produces less-healthy products to consumers. Organic farmers produce more high-quality products, and make increased profits over large-scale farms.
If you are interested in viewing this informative video, check out their website and opt to purchase for its, low-worth-the-money price; and let others know your opinions on the matter.
Lastly, remember that local organic produce and meat provides you the nutrients needed to Grow better. Not only is buying organic food good for your body, it is good for your soul. As you meet the local members of your community through purchases at a co-op; you are providing economic growth for your community and establishing relationships that are fruitful. Search out the local organic or co-op food stores in your area, and help keep locals buying locally.
In Milwaukee, you can view a new type of farming and gardening that is changing the way urbanites prepare their gardens. This co-op might just inspire you to join one in your community.
