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100 % organic, USDA Certified Organic, All Natural... What do they all mean?

The larger issue: If you do not understand the definitions of each term, you may not end up buying what you are looking for.

BE PART OF THE SOLUTION- The USDA enforces proper organic production and categorizes the terms in the following manner:

• Products with "100 % Organic" seals includes products with 100% organically produced (raw and processed) ingredients.
• Products with "USDA Certified Organic" seals are made with 95% or more organic ingredients
• Products with "Made with Organic Ingredients" means the product may include as little as 70% organic ingredients
• "Earth Friendly" products minimize any negative impact on the environment. Examples include products that are biodegradable, chemical-free or made of post-consumer recycled waste.
• "All Natural" products are minimally processed and contain no artifical colors, flavorings, preservatives or sweetners.
• "Vegan" products are made solely from plants
• "Vegetarian" products are derived from plants. Examples include vegetables, fruits, grains, legumes and nuts. Vegetarian food may contain egg, honey, or dairy products.

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