Food The WhaT, W h y & h oW o f h e a lT h i e r e aT i n g By Rica Lewis The golden arches make Americans giddy. Who can resist a cold, creamy milkshake or a salty batch of crispy, golden French fries? In the early 1970s, fast food was an occasional splurge. Decades later, became a dietary staple for many modern diners. Enter organic. More than a buzzword, it is the standard for those who've decided to make healthier fare a focus. Since decoding food labels and learning food lingo can be complicated, here's a simple breakdown of what organic actually means, followed by tips and recipes for incorporating smarter foods, simply. 44 AUGUST 2018