Organic foods are produced according to certain production standards. For crops, it means they were grown without the use of conventional pesticides, artificial fertilizers, human waste, or sewage sludge, and that they were processed without ionizing radiation or food additives. For animals, it means they were reared without the routine use of antibiotics and without the use of growth hormones. In most countries, organic produce must not be genetically modified.Organic food production is legally regulated. Currently, the United States, the European Union, Japan and many other countries require producers to obtain organic certification in order to market food as organic.Historically, organic farms have been relatively small family-run farms — which is why organic food was once only available in small stores or farmers' markets. However, since the early 1990s organic food has had growth rates of around 20% a year, far ahead of the rest of the food industry, in both developed and developing nations. As of today organic food accounts for 1-2% of food sales worldwide. Future growth is expected to range from 10-50% annually depending on the country. (see facts and statistics below)

The Hills starlet Lauren Conrad has lost 10 pounds and toned up with a new diet and exercise plan, according to In-Touch Weekly. Her diet consists of 3 high protein meals a day and 3 healthy snacks.

Despite myths, snacking can actually be a good way to maintain a healthy weight; it's better to eat less at a time more often throughout the day, says Linda McLachlan, RD, CDN, a New Jersey dietitian with Nutrition Matters, LLC. However, your choice of munchies can prove to be your downfall. Check out which foods work great as diet snacks.

A helpful page about diets, their benefits, great diet snacks and the calories they have

In a week I am flying to the East Coast which means a full day of travel. I am on a heavy duty eating plan ( I refuse to call it a diet because it isn't) so I need to pack accordingly -- I simply can't succumb to bad airplane food and mini Pizza Hut pizzas on my layover.

Want to know how to loose weight fast? Pay attention to the amount of food you eat, eliminate unnecessary sugar and fat from your foods and make sure you include absolutely delicious meals and snacks to keep your taste buds happy. Use this easy-to-follow and super healthy diet plan to lose the first 10, the last 10, or any 10 in between!