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Avoid Unhealthy “Western Diet” By Planting Vegetables Organically

This just in: The “Western Diet,” or the diet high in meats, processed sugars, fats, salts and starches has been linked to causing ADHD in children. The Australian study proved that a lack of fresh fruits and vegetables in a child’s diet causes more than just obesity.

Planting vegetables organically with your child is not only a great way to get them to eat more vegetables, but it is also a great way to get them off of the couch or out from behind the computer.

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• Stay Healthy With Homegrown Organics
• Organic Outdoor Gardening Made Easy
• Indoor Gardening Guide for the City Dweller

Stay Healthy With Homegrown Organics

Organic vegetables have been proven to have a richer vitamin content, and aren’t covered in harmful chemicals.

Growing them yourself allows you to control the quality.

When growing organic, it is important to remember to use only organic pesticides and herbicides in your garden so you can avoid chemical contamination on your produce. This will keep vitamin content high and will make your vegetables safer for both you and your family.

Organic Outdoor Gardening Made Easy

If you are blessed with a backyard large enough for gardening, follow these easy steps to a great organic starter garden:

1. Check your soil pH. You can buy a kit at many gardening stores. A pH or 6.5 – 7 is ideal for most plants, although various plants prefer different pH levels.
2. Buy quality seeds. Carrots, leeks, peas, cucumbers, broccoli and cabbage are some of the easier vegetables to grow.
3. Plant properly. Be sure to follow all the instructions given on the seed packages, as each plant has its own needs.
4. Water. This is an extremely important step. Be sure to water your plants as necessary to keep them alive and thriving.
5. Keep it organic. Use local fertilizers if you can (cow manure, etc.), and only use organic pesticides.

Once your vegetables are ready to eat, just pick, rinse and enjoy. Fresh vegetables are ideal for snacks, as well as salads, soups, and in sandwiches or wraps.

You can also make individual “gardens” by sectioning off areas with wooden boards. Then, each child can have their own garden to care for. This will give them a sense of responsibility and will encourage them to eat the vegetables after harvest.

Indoor Gardening Guide for the City Dweller

Indoor gardens are great for people who don’t have a lot of room outside, or for those who want to grow fresh produce year round.

Setting up a hydroponic garden may seem a bit intimidating at first, but just follow this indoor gardening guide to ensure success. The best approach is to start small, and grow from there.

If you would rather start planting vegetables organically without using a hydroponic system, just set up a few pots on the windowsill and plant some herbs and spices. At the very least, you can add them to your cooking, or to soups and sandwiches.

Planting vegetables organically is a great way to get your kids excited about eating healthier foods, and a great way to combat the harmful “western diet.” Have fun while enhancing your family’s diet organically.

Starting a family garden is a wonderful thing.