If you’ve ever looked at an organic label and wondered, Is it really worth it? — this conversation will open your eyes, sharpen your choices, and remind you that every bite is a chance to shape your health and your world.

In this episode of Embodied, Kathy Covington sits down with Joseph Stern, one of the pioneers who helped build the organic food movement from the ground up. Together, they unpack the truth behind the word organic — how it began, what it really means today, and why our choices in the grocery aisle matter more than we think.

Joseph shares his extraordinary 50-year journey — from hand-tilling virgin soil in the 1970s to sourcing organic ingredients from over 60 countries. Along the way, he reveals how the organic movement became a global force for health, integrity, and environmental healing — and where it’s heading next.

You’ll discover:

• The real meaning behind the USDA’s National Organic Program (NOP) — and why that label actually matters

• How to spot the difference between marketing buzzwords and true organic integrity

• Why organic farming restores soil health and helps reverse climate change

• The truth about GMOs, pesticides, and “natural” foods

• What foods are worth buying organic — and where you can safely save

• How conscious eating connects your body, your values, and the planet

If you’ve ever looked at an organic label and wondered, Is it really worth it? — this conversation will open your eyes, sharpen your choices, and remind you that every bite is a chance to shape your health and your world.