what does the 'natural' means? if it is not organic, what does it mean by "natural"?
334523
I don't feel comfortable answering this question. I suggest you Google the differences between natural and organic. You could also ask Bob's Red Mill the same question.
334524
"Natural" doesn't mean anything. In Bob's case, we're relying on the reputation of the company. In this case their marketing dept got it wrong, it would better without this useless term. "Natural" is a gimmick (scam) that companies use to try to convince consumers that their products are sort of 'organic', because they do not qualify as organic.
334525
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X08upzdwejg starting at 3:26 you'll find your question readily and fully explained.
334526
The label 'natural' refers to food does not contain added color, artificial flavors, or synthetic substances.
334527
My understanding is that there are no preservatives or additives present. The sunflower seed are so fresh and taste great. I like to spray them lightly with olive oil and toast them in the oven at 250 for about 20 minutes to bring out the flavor. I do a whole package at one time, let them cool and put them in a plastic baggie to use as needed. Great on salads, yogurt and stirred into Bob's Red Mill 7-grain organic pancake batter. I also enjoy grabbing a handful for snacking in front of the TV. They are the best I have ever eaten. Hope you enjoy them, too.
334528
It would be best to direct this question to the manufacturer, but I believe it means that the product comes from nature (meaning natural, not synthetic or manmade), and the plants may or may not be GMO that may use pesticides. It doesn't specify on bag.
1785761
I doesn't claim to be on the packaging but that claim really doesn't hold much water in my opinion anyway. What does "natural" really mean these days, it's not regulated and anyone can put that on their label. When I read the ingredients, it all looks healthy to me. No artificial colors or flavors and no nasty preservatives that are not allowed on the Feingold program that my family follows.
526712
it is natural perhaps not organic I also trust Ayurvedic. Plus I wanted the book that came with it.
2043407
If it doesn't say organic on the label, then its not. If it doesn't say non GMO on the label, then its GMO. Organic means no pesticides and non GMO. Non GMO obviously means non GMO. They way they have chosen to market this item makes it seem as if it is a GMO product that has not been grown with pesticides.
1711952
Hello Sarah, this is an organic product, meaning done with natural ingredients. That's why the description its correct.
1935187
I can't answer that, since I am only a customer of the company and I buy the product. I have no way of knowing what they mean by "natural flavors." Perhaps you need to contact the manufacturer/grower of the fruits.
1888166
There is nothing on the packaging to indicate if organic or not. I suggest you go to there website, you might find the answer there. It's a very informative site
582514
I'm confused...if it's free of all of 'the above' then why is it not 'organic' as stated in another answer to a question?
512295
I have no idea. I would guess that ORGANIC means NOT Irradiated. Why they would irradiate this?
636256
I just double checked the package and NO WHERE does it say organic. I have to assume then that it is just natural.
475014
Ordinarily the term "organic" is used, however many people don't understand what that means. Actually the term "organic" is interchangeable with the term "natural". If you look at the front of the package you will see that it states "natural" dark chocolate with 88% cocoa. In this instance the term "natural" indicates the same as a term "organic". I hope this helps.
1866680
no, usually that's a selling point, so if it were, it would state it in bold on the cover of any label. Also don't ever confuse "natural" with *organic...natural just like the word healthy really doesn't mean anything.
2182206
my rule is, if it doesn't say non-gmo, it probably isn't. if it says organic, it's probably non-gmo by default.
710947
organic means organic farming: For example synthetic pesticides and all chemical fertilizers are prohibited. And there's a component to promote ecological balance and to conserve biodiversity. I think these are the common rules, since not all countries have the same set when it comes to "organic".In my humble opinion, the taste is not really different from non-organic tea (try a tomato or fruits in general and you'll notice more intense taste and smell). If done right, I take organic over non-organic for above reasons and am willing to pay a bit more for it.
2188803
I do not represent the company in any way. Perhaps they mean there are no chemicals present or added other than those naturally occurring in nature...their raw materials? My .02.
1665156
non-gmo is not necessarily organic. those are two distinct variables. i have been buying this product for quite a while now and i have never known them to advertise as "organic". perhaps a better way to answer you is so say... organic automatically means non-gmo, BUT non-gmo does not automatically mean organic.
710949
organic means organic farming: For example synthetic pesticides and all chemical fertilizers are prohibited. And there's a component to promote ecological balance and to conserve biodiversity. I think these are the common rules, since not all countries have the same set when it comes to "organic". In my humble opinion, the taste is not really different from non-organic tea (try a tomato or fruits in general and you'll notice more intense taste and smell). If done right, I take organic over non-organic for above reasons and am willing to pay a bit more for it.