Maybe it's not as sweet (I always buy Kal) because it's USDA Certified Organic and maybe less processed with chemicals, healthier? Kal from China?
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Perhaps because it doesn't have the corn sweetener maltodextrin added. I find it plenty sweet and have cut back on amount as I use it longer. But everyone has different taste buds! I won't buy another brand after using this.
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No sure the exact Question but I have tried several brands and this one in the large bulk container is best priced and best taste to me.
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Thanks so much GW for posting this. Although we have already posted this a few times before on our reviews section and in response to some of the questions posted here, we are re-posting this for everyone's convenience. The home of our Organic Matcha - both Culinary and Ceremonial - is now located in Shizuoka, Japan, within a tea region recognized by the United Nations as a Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System. Harvested from a family-run tea farm in operation since 1915. Our farm has been certified organic since 2000, synthetic chemical free since 1994, and reduced chemical usage since 1975. Now you can enjoy great quality Matcha from the place it all began - Japan. Thanks again for posting. Unfortunately, there is no way to attach a file here. Once we've created a link to access our Radiation Test, Metal Test, and Organic Certification, we'll once again post them here. But please do email ashley@kissmeorganics.com if you have further concerns. Best, Ashley Evans KissMeOrganics
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Unfortunately almost all schizandra is from china... but you can get it USDA organic
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Hi Vanessa, the package states that it's USDA certified organic, no mention of GMO. Ingredients are Organic Golden Soybeans, Water. further info: for North America: made under the direction of & distributed by Opal S.Y. International, Boston, zip etc., MA www.exploreasion.comProduct of China.I'd say if the certified organic doesn't satisfy you, I'd go to that website and email them, see what they tell you about GMO. Don't think China is that hot to trot on GMOs yet, but just you wait.....Hope that helps, and they are good!Iney
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It is not wholly organic. It has undergone some processing, but it minimal in order to keep the integrity of the product.
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I cannot confirm that it is USDA organic... the label states "grown chemical and pesticide free". However it is raw and vegan. The bulk bag I bought comes from Bolivia...it is not grown in the US.
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I suspect the fresh form is better but most people will want to purchase the ground form. Easier to use and they will not have to grow it in their back yard. It may not degrade much from being ground and stored because evidently the health benefits remain after cooking. This particular brand is not as processed as some others that I have used -- it is coarser and softer and slightly moist. I have read that carrots and garlic become healthier if you dice them more finely. This may be a nice compromise between the raw root and the finely ground dry powders that I often find. This is my favorite brand so far. I want to start gardening but not waste time on turmeric as long as I can get this brand from Amazon.
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Hi there! We're obviously partial, but Source is Non-GMO Project Verified and American Humane Association certified while Raw is not. We also tell you where we get our whey (Northern California farms) while they are very vague. Finally, they're really not "raw," that's just a marketing tactic.
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The Kale was shipped from China. My husband doesn't recommend it for that reason, and it didn't grow.
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I noticed that too, but the main reason I buy this product is because it is unbromated, unbleached, fresh and high quality. Organic became buzz word just like "fat free", "all natural" or "star compliant", to the point I have seen bag of potatoes with label "fat free" affixed on it. (?hmmm). Wheat will not grow just from rain water - it needs fertilizer, hopefully natural one yet does not need deadly pesticides or being genetically enhanced like some grains. How about genetically altered soybean organic milk - yes it is all organic because no bug will even wants to seat on it now. Bottom like - beware of fine print and play of words as "natural flavoring" is actually one of approved names for MSG. To me the most important is that Bob's Red Mill offers fresh and natural grains. I purchase on regular basis sunflower seed, pumpkin seed and few other products from this company and so far never had any issues with quality, taste or freshness.
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if it's from Utah then it's most likely coming from Green Kamut that markets Just Barley brand which is organic. I can't imagine there being two large organic barley producers in Utah. Just Barley has been around for a very long time.
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Certainly understand your concern with their record for quality control for everything from baby formula to pet food. The can says"product of USA"' " inspected for wholesomeness by US Dept of Agriculture". News article stated shipping to China for processing would start "soon" and would read, " product of USA" on package. If the Kirkland chicken joins this group, it will be the last I buy as well. If you find further info, please post?!
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When I purchased this same seed in a larger container is said "certified organic" USDA. The smaller packaging just says organic alfalfa. It may be because it was repackaged in smaller containers. I don't see the larger containers for sale on the site anymore, but I have bought them in the past. It comes from the same source.
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i believe there is a difference, where the product is made. I also ordered some online, and was very very satisfied. Haribo gummi baren from Germany, are also A LOT better than something made in the u.s., or elsewhere. MY milka is nearing the end of my supply, i'll definitely order more!!! I am addicted!!!
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Probably the fact that the MD brand is very pure and organic. It comes from a very good source.
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USDA? I didn't know that the two we're separable... but it is "Certified Organic." It's fabulous oil.
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Not that I know of. I returned mine as it had a strong aftertaste. The seller of this brand was very reluctant to take it back and penalized me for $15 as well. KAL stevia powder IS made in China fyi. Avoid!!! I tried Stevita liquid pure stevia extract made in Texas from Brazilian stevia and it works well in my drinks fyi. If I can be of any other help, let me know.