Kiwanis August 20 Meeting Program: Dr. Joseph Murphy spoke on "Organic Food - Is it Worth the Price?"

Dr. Joseph Murphy spoke at the Kiwanis August 20th breakfast meeting on "Organic Food - Is it Worth the Price?" Dr. Murphy is a member of the Kiwanis Club and very active in Chatham. His presentation was captured on video by Tom Salvas, local videographer, for use by the Mayor’s Wellness Committee. This is associated with the NJ State Mayors' Wellness Campaign.

Dr. Murphy began by telling everyone that he worked for many years in the food industry. After that, he started his own Chiropractic practice and continued his work in nutrition, teaching his patients how to eat healthier. An important factor is organic versus inorganic farming, produce, etc.

 

Organic farming means getting back to basics as far as what farming was years ago. It was all natural. When synthetic farming started, new materials and methods were introduced into the farming process.

USDA Organic Seal

The US Department of Agriculture had a distinctive seal for certifying that food is Organic. The definition of organic food may be found on the USDA website. It costs more to produce organic products.

Organic food is free of synthetic pesticides fungicides and fertilizers. Some people believe that eating organic food makes you healthier. Also, organic food is better for the environment, in general. Organic food is considered better for children. You can learn more about healthy eating at Dr. Murphy’s Chatham Patch Blog. Members of the audience enthusiastically applauded the helpful and interesting presentation.