Some argue that consumers buyizinc glycolateng milk high in omega-3 fatty acids expect that the nutrient comes from good farming practices rather than added ingredients. There is evidence that milk from grazing cows contains up to 60% more of the nutrient than conventional milk.###Horizon’s milk does list “DHA algal oil” among its ingredients. However, it remains unclear whether consumers would feel duped if they knew that the algal oil was exempt from organic certification. Consumer Reports surveys suggest that seven out of 10 consumers think non-organic ingredients should not be allowzinc gluconate is used fored in organic foods unlessmultivitamin with calcium citrate they are essential, the Post reports. USDA organic regulations allow several non-organic ingredients. These include agricultural products like gelatin, guar gum and cornstarch, for w
hich organic versions are not available, as
well as mineral
s, cultures, enzymes and glycerin.###The issue is not limited to Horizon milk. Costco’s Kirkland brand organic milk also contains an additive to boost omega-3 content: refined fish oil. ###Both companies are currently acting within the law. And Horizon’s omega-3 fortified milk is popular, suggesting tha
t consumers are receptive to mcalcium citrate chews 600 mgilk supplemented calcitrate 200mgwith such ingredients, whether or not they are aware of their background. Horizon’s fortified milk accounted for 14% of all organic milk sold in the United States last year, and the DHA-enriched version costs about 30 cents more than the regular variety.

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