Organic farming is one of the most environmentally-friendly ways to grow food. It promotes biodiversity, increases soil fertility and water quality, and improves soil structure, resulting in a more vibrant ecosystem.
By doing so, organic farmers are able to boost their own health while simultaneously protecting the environment.
It Increases Energy
The number one reason why organic farming increases energy is because it provides more nutrients.
More nutrients in organic food means more energy to the body, and this is because the body uses a lot of energy to digest food. In addition, growing organic foods requires less energy than non-organic farming methods such as chemical fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides.
These chemicals are very energy intensive when they are created and transported to farms around the world; they also require huge amounts of water which can dry out nearby rivers or lakes causing them to go extinct due to overexploitation by humans who need fresh water for agriculture purposes.
Organic farming also uses less human labour than conventional methods do since there are no machines involved in planting seeds or harvesting crops (unless if you have an automated system that works using solar power).
This reduces unemployment rates among people who would otherwise be unemployed because their jobs have been replaced by machines!
Finally: we cannot forget about natural resources like land & water which could be used for other purposes besides growing plants at all times throughout year round without any breaks every few weeks during winter months when temperatures drop below freezing point at night time too low for seedlings not being able
It Promotes Healthy Weight Control
You might be wondering what, exactly, makes organic farming so great for your health. Well, the answer is quite simple: a diet rich in fruits and vegetables has been shown to support weight control. Organic farming provides such a diet!
In addition to being better for your overall health, organic farming can help with weight loss or management in two ways:
It promotes healthy weight gain or maintenance through higher levels of fiber and protein content than conventional produce.
This means you’ll feel fuller longer and less tempted by the fast-food industry’s “super sizes” (which don’t even exist on an organic farm).
Studies have shown that people who consume more fiber consume fewer calories overall, which boosts their chances for successful long-term weight control.
It Boosts Your Immune System
Organic farming is a great way to boost your immune system. Organic farming can help prevent the onset of illnesses and diseases, which means you’ll be able to stay healthy longer.
If you’re looking for ways to improve your immune system, try eating organic foods as often as possible! By consuming more fruits and vegetables on a daily basis, you will be doing your body good by providing it with important nutrients that keep it strong and healthy.
In addition to boosting your immune system, organic farming also helps protect the environment from harmful chemicals that may have been used in conventional growing practices.
As we continue to learn about how these chemicals affect humans exposed repeatedly over long periods of time (such as farmers working in fields), it becomes clear how important it is for us all to consume only safe food products grown organically so we can avoid ingesting dangerous substances unknowingly every day!
It Improves Digestion
Research shows that a healthy digestive system is integral to your overall health. In fact, it’s one of the first things doctors look at when assessing your overall wellbeing.
One reason for this is that digestion helps your body absorb nutrients from food and get rid of toxins, so if you’re experiencing poor digestion, you may have difficulty absorbing nutrients and eliminating waste products from your body.
So if you’re looking for a way to improve your health on a holistic level, improving digestion should be on top of your list!
There are two major types of digestive enzymes: amylase (sweet), lipase (fat) and proteases (protein).
These enzymes break down carbohydrates into simple sugars; fats into fatty acids; protein into amino acids which are absorbed through the small intestine by lactose permeability. Without these enzymes we wouldn’t be able to digest many types of foods properly!
Foods high in dietary fibre are particularly helpful because there’s more surface area for bacteria growth which encourages healthy bacteria production while reducing bad bacteria counts too – leading towards increased nutrient absorption rates.”
It Helps To Prevent Heart Disease And Diabetes
You may have heard that organic food is better for you. What exactly does “better” mean? Organic farming has many benefits besides just being healthier and kinder to the environment; it also provides both mental and physical health benefits to those who choose to eat it.
It helps prevent heart disease and diabetes:
The antioxidants in organic produce help protect your blood vessels from damage, which can reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Likewise, a diet rich in fruits and vegetables may lower blood sugar levels by improving insulin sensitivity.
This gives your body more efficient access to glucose (sugar), so you don’t have to worry about spikes in your blood sugar levels after eating certain foods a common problem with many people who don’t eat enough fruit or veggies each day.
It Helps In The Management Of Stress And Anxiety
Meditation is an effective method to lower stress levels. Studies have shown that it helps in improving the quality of life and reducing anxiety disorders.
Yoga helps you relax, reduce your stress levels, and enhance your mood by increasing flexibility and improving posture. Yoga also strengthens your muscles and reduces tension in the body while increasing relaxation of the mind.
Exercise is another great way to manage stress effectively as it releases endorphins into your brain which help regulate moods. It can be anything from brisk walking to weight lifting or jogging; just make sure you do something that makes you feel good!
A good night’s sleep is imperative for a healthy mind-body balance as it helps in restoring energy levels, boosting immunity against infections, reducing muscle aches & pains etc., hence promoting overall well being too
It Improves The Quality Of Sleep
The quality of sleep is an essential part of a healthy life. It helps the body to recover from the day’s activities and prepare for another one. Organic farming plays an integral role in improving the quality of sleep by reducing stress and anxiety, which are common causes of sleeplessness.
Organic farming also improves digestion, which leads to better absorption of nutrients; this can help relieve symptoms associated with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), such as bloating and gas pains during sleep time.
For those who have respiratory problems such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), organic vegetable gardens may help clear the airways so you can breathe easier during bedtime hours.
It Improves Focus And Mental Clarity
If your answer is “great”, then keep doing what you’re doing. But if it’s anything other than that, here are some simple ways to improve focus and mental clarity:
Breathing exercises. Stop everything for a few minutes each day, take several deep breaths (in through the nose and out through the mouth), and notice how different that feels from breathing normally. This can be especially helpful when under stress or feeling anxious.
Meditation. There are many forms of meditation some involve actively focusing on breath while others involve letting go of thought entirely but all have been shown to improve mood and reduce stress levels while increasing energy reserves in our bodies (which helps with focus).
It’s also worth noting that meditating regularly may reduce the risk of brain aging due to decreases in inflammation throughout one’s lifetime; some studies have even shown these benefits after two weeks!
Yoga/tai chi/qi gong exercises (these are all related but different methods). These three ancient practices combine poses with slow movements and breathing exercises; they’re meant not only for physical health but also mental well being because they teach relaxation techniques as well as mindfulness lessons about ourselves as individuals within society at large…and sometimes even beyond!
It Helps To Prevent Cancer
Organic farming is a more sustainable way to grow food. It uses fewer resources, which means it has less of an impact on the environment than conventional farming.
Organic farming also helps prevent cancer by avoiding pesticides and herbicides that can lead to tumors in certain individuals.
This type of agriculture also improves soil quality and water quality through nutrient management techniques like composting or crop rotation.
Finally, organic farmers choose their crops according to what’s best for their land instead of using products that are harmful for humans or animals in the long run (for example: GMOs).
Better For The Environment
Organic farming is better for the environment. It uses less energy, less water and fewer pesticides than conventional farming. This is great for the soil and all of the animals and plants that live in it!
The benefits don’t stop there: organic farms promote biodiversity because of their diverse crops and livestock. They also require less labor to maintain, producing higher-quality products with fewer food additives (such as extra sugar or fat).
Improves Soil Fertility And Water Quality
Organic farming improves the quality of your soil.
The quality of your soil is an important factor in how much nutrients are available to plants, and ultimately how healthy they are.
Soil fertility refers to the quality of your soil, which determines how much nutrition is available for growing crops. Organic farming can help improve this by:
- Using organic matter such as compost to increase nutrient levels in the soil and improve its structure (see point below).
- Encouraging a diversity of microorganisms that live in the soil and help break down organic materials into new compounds that plants can use as nutrients (see point below).
Maintains Biodiversity Of The Environment
Organic farming is a type of agriculture that relies on crop rotation, green manure, compost and biological pest control. This form of agriculture helps maintain the diversity of wildlife, insects, birds and mammals in an ecosystem.
Organic farming promotes the use of renewable resources like sunlight, rainwater and air instead of non-renewable resources such as fossil fuels or chemical fertilizers.
The use of pesticides is kept to a minimum with organic farming practices. The lack of pesticides also increases the biodiversity in an ecosystem as it allows more species to thrive together rather than being eliminated by toxic chemicals sprayed by farmers on their fields.
Conclusion
Organic farming is a real boon for our health, the environment and economy. It has been shown to have many positive effects on our well-being, which can make all the difference in how we feel about ourselves and how we live our lives.
While it may seem like a challenging task to switch over from conventional farming practices, it’s actually not that difficult when you consider all of these benefits!
So if you want more energy or better sleep, feel empowered by knowing that these are just two of many reasons why organic farming is worth considering as an alternative method.
I’m Hellen James, and I’m an urban farmer and blogger. I’ve been growing food in my backyard for years, and I love sharing what I’ve learned with other people who want to start farming in their own yards.