New federal standards developed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture went into full effect on October 21, 2002. Only certified organic products, like Walnut Acres, can be labeled 'organic' on the primary label panel because they contain at least 95% organic content. These are the only products that will be allowed to carry the USDA seal. Don't settle for anything less.

If you want to learn about organic food growing practices, or the differences between difference grades of "organic," select "Our Community" from the left-hand menu and then click on "What is Organic?"

Organic food costs more than regular food. This means that you have to economize in other areas. First, eliminate all junk food and addictive substances, both of which are very expensive. Second, stop eating out, and learn to cook at home. Third, compare the cost and quality of produce at health food stores, farmers' markets, and cooperatives. Try to meet local organic farmers, because they can provide you with fresh, inexpensive produce and advice about home gardens and composting.

Our primary objective on our packaging is to Inform Inform Inform and not omit! Knowledge is power and we want consumers to make informed, educated decisions about their health and diets. We encourage anyone with doubts, to consult their doctor first and discourage our product to anyone with high allergies and orthodox vegan diets (depending upon the degree of the Vegan). We can confidently say that our Vegan ingredient products are 99.99% vegan. There is always that .

The people of Anniston, Alabama, talk about what it's like to live with the lead, PCBs, and chemical weapons that have made their small town terribly toxic.

Organic refers not to the food itself, but how it is produced. Organic food production is based on a system of farming that maintains and replenishes the fertility of the soil. Organic foods are produced without the use of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. Organic foods are minimally processed to maintain the integrity of the food without artificial ingredients, preservatives or irradiation.

All the nuts, seeds and grains are organic. All our wheatgrass and sprouts are organic. We are growing some organic greens for salads. However, not all our fruits and vegetables are organic.

There are no restrictions to labeling products as organic provided the product is certified organic and the label is approved by the certification agency. Follow normal federal labeling approval procedures.

The Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004 (FALCPA) was enacted in August 2004 and addresses, among other issues, the labeling of foods that contain certain food allergens. All packaged foods regulated under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFD&C Act) that are labeled on or after January 1, 2006 must comply with FALCPA's food allergen labeling requirements.

Patients with history of treatment of less than one month have been found to respond similarly, as those never treated before. Also, the chances of development of drug resistance with less than one month therapy are remote.

I've tried programs in the past where I felt pressured into purchasing expensive supplements and cleansing products. Do you insist that people buy supplements from you? What if I don't want to use supplements? There is so much conflicting information out there…I don't know who to believe!

Yes. Organic food is as safe to consume as any other kind of food. Just as with any kind of produce, consumers should wash before consuming to ensure maximum cleanliness. As cited above, organic produce contains significantly lower levels of pesticide residues than conventional produce. It is a common misconception that organic food could be at greater risk of E.