Reply #46: Why not just shop at Whole Foods or other organic grocery?

[PissedOffPollyana]

There are other alternatives and this is a good one. Not only does it reward responsible producers, it helps the organic industry and could help to defray the higher costs & bring consumer prices down if enough people support organic markets.

We started shopping exclusively at Whole Foods (the closest & biggest organic market) in the last few months. Overall, our grocery bill is not higher. We cut back on the processed crap and buy only natural & organic produce, meat & dairy. Our regular food bill went from about $150/wk to about $180/wk, which was offset by the lack of processed snacking & convenience foods so we're about even in overall expenditures.

Sure, it may involve driving further than the conveniently located on every damn suburban corner supermarket, but in the end isn't it worth it? It may cost a few more dollars than the potentially hormoned, processed, tainted products at your local supermarket but budget dollars are easy to find when you are ready to make a commitment to healthy eating.

There is always another way. I think there is a link to stores which provide certified organic meats at meatrix.com (and you get to see a really well-made animation to boot).