In this segment, we asked Kelly Sparks, a 20 year old student in Maryland who converted part of her consumption into an organic lifestyle.
Homeorganic: How did you become aware of the organic eating lifestyle?
Kelly Sparks: I became aware of the organic eating lifestyle when I decided I wanted to eat healthier. I wanted to have fresh foods that are fresh and healthy for me because I wanted to look and feel better, and an organic eating lifestyle can contribute to these components.
H: What were some of the obstacles you had to go through to become a more conscious organic consumer?
KS: Some obstacles I had to go through to be a more conscious organic consumer was making tough choices that would overall be better for me. It is good to do research to know the full meaning of organic and knowing which foods were healthier. Also, I ended up switching grocery stores..I went from one that had a few organic foods, but mostly processed junk, to one that sells natural, organic foods.
Homeorganic: How did you become aware of the organic eating lifestyle?
Kelly Sparks: I became aware of the organic eating lifestyle when I decided I wanted to eat healthier. I wanted to have fresh foods that are fresh and healthy for me because I wanted to look and feel better, and an organic eating lifestyle can contribute to these components.
H: What were some of the obstacles you had to go through to become a more conscious organic consumer?
KS: Some obstacles I had to go through to be a more conscious organic consumer was making tough choices that would overall be better for me. It is good to do research to know the full meaning of organic and knowing which foods were healthier. Also, I ended up switching grocery stores..I went from one that had a few organic foods, but mostly processed junk, to one that sells natural, organic foods.
H: Did you have any support from friends and family? How were they supportive (if at all)?
KS: I had all the support from my family and friends that I could ever ask for. A lot of them eat healthy and organic, and if they don't, that's their own choice, but they give me positive comments about what I do.
H: Were there any monetary/budget sacrifices made?
KS: Not really many budget sacrifices. Organic foods can be expensive, but if you cook at home and eat organic, you can save a lot of money compared to going out and buying a meal plus tipping the server.
H: Have you experienced any changes in mood (mental state) since converting to an organic lifestyle?
KS: I am always in a good, positive mood, and I think how I eat greatly effects this.
H: Can you provide a brief list of some of the organic products you regularly buy?
KS: Certainly, the organic products I lean towards are Smart Puffs, Pirate Booty, Cheddar Bunnies, Peace Pasta and vegetables.
H: What would you say to a friend who is thinking about converting to an all organic lifestyle?
KS: I would encourage them, because it is a good thing to do, and if they didn't like it they could just go back to eating however they wanted. It's a decision to make, but it's not a permanent decision. They should do what they personally think is best for them and their health.
H: Thank you, Kelly, we appreciate the time you've spent speaking to us about the conscious decision you've made toward an organic and sustainable lifestyle.
If you would like us feature your story here, contact us and we'll be glad to do an interview!
KS: I had all the support from my family and friends that I could ever ask for. A lot of them eat healthy and organic, and if they don't, that's their own choice, but they give me positive comments about what I do.
H: Were there any monetary/budget sacrifices made?
KS: Not really many budget sacrifices. Organic foods can be expensive, but if you cook at home and eat organic, you can save a lot of money compared to going out and buying a meal plus tipping the server.
H: Have you experienced any changes in mood (mental state) since converting to an organic lifestyle?
KS: I am always in a good, positive mood, and I think how I eat greatly effects this.
H: Can you provide a brief list of some of the organic products you regularly buy?
KS: Certainly, the organic products I lean towards are Smart Puffs, Pirate Booty, Cheddar Bunnies, Peace Pasta and vegetables.
H: What would you say to a friend who is thinking about converting to an all organic lifestyle?
KS: I would encourage them, because it is a good thing to do, and if they didn't like it they could just go back to eating however they wanted. It's a decision to make, but it's not a permanent decision. They should do what they personally think is best for them and their health.
H: Thank you, Kelly, we appreciate the time you've spent speaking to us about the conscious decision you've made toward an organic and sustainable lifestyle.
If you would like us feature your story here, contact us and we'll be glad to do an interview!
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