It's doubly bad when it comes to diet and health. We don't read the instructions. My grandmother has been drinking a tall frosty glass of Slim Fast before breakfast for 30 years and she still hasn't lost a pound.

So it's not surprising that a new study says people think “organic” automatically means low-calorie.

Organic is like everything else, some food is healthier than others. I love Late July Dark chocolate cookies. Seriously, try to take my cookies away from me and I'll murder you. But even though Late July is organic, those cookies aren't low-calorie...at all.

Regular Chips Ahoy cookies have 160 calories per serving. Serving size is just three cookies. But three Late July cookies only narrowly edge out the Chips Ahoy, with 150 calories per serving; so organic yes, health food no.

As for the study, it appears in the journal Judgment and Decision Making and involved 215 college students - typically known for their smart decisions. Ha!

Researchers presented the students with two types of cookies; labeled “Oreo cookies” or “Oreo cookies made with organic flour and sugar,” both were clearly marked as containing 160 calories.

And guess what? Students perceived the cookies labeled “organic” had fewer calories and admitted they would eat more of them.

But it's not organic's fault. Nutritional neglect is a tale as old as time. We print nutrition facts on everything, but the United States is still double-chin deep in an obesity epidemic.

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My first bite was of the peppermint chocolate chip cookie. Oh my, this first bite sent me to another planet while my eyes rolled back in my head. No joke. I am not a huge fan of chocolate chip cookies or cookies for that matter, and these are amazing! Their flavor is undeniably fresh and not too sweet. The peppermint flavor reminds me of the homemade fresh chocolate mint ice cream I make every summer. Additionally the light yet, chewy texture of the cookie keeps you coming back for more.

Wow, is all I can say about these lavender chocolate chip cookies. This is what every girl needs to satisfy her sweet tooth at certain times of the month! The lavender flavor is subtle yet definitely there and undecidedly feminine. It doesn’t overpower you with its perfumeries. Again this cookie tastes extremely fresh and kept me coming back for more. Onto the orange blossom…

The orange blossom is equally satisfying as the first two. With its fresh citrus flavor this could easily satisfy a woman’s craving! These cookies are absolutely scrumptious. I think they are some of the best cookies I’ve ever had!

Crummy Brothers cookies are something to be treasured and not to be taken lightly. They are not your typical sweet, dried out chocolate chip cookie that tastes like every other prepackaged bag of cookies on the grocery store shelf that has way too long of a shelf life. These are for the true organic foodie who will appreciate their bright creative flavors and would make an excellent gift!

When I looked at the list of ingredients I was pleasantly surprised to find that these cookies are made with organic wheat flour! You would never know it judging by its flavor. These would also make a great alternative sweet snack food for kids when they deserve something special. However, these cookies may best be reserved for the adults accompanied by a fortified glass of organic red wine like port.

To learn more about Crummy Brothers Organic Chocolate Chip Cookies you can check them out at www.CrummyBrothers.com.

The Chief Organic Foodie

Laura Lynn Klein
Publisher/Editor
www.OrganicAuthority.com