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The Kosher
History
Often considered the oldest diet in the
world, Kosher began with Adam and Eve eating a diet of fruit,
grains, and vegetables. Cleanliness was enforced, and cruelty to
animals was strictly forbidden. The stringent laws associated
with Kosher living were formulated later in the Commandments of
the Torah. Cross-contamination between products is eliminated
because of the processing and cleaning rules demanded by Kosher
regulation. Kosher products are guaranteed to be labeled
correctly, since any violation of Kosher regulations is
considered fraud.
The basic premise behind Kosher is
self-control and discipline. It forces one to constantly be
aware of what is being consumed, to always follow the rules. In
this manner, something as instinctive as eating becomes
something that is observed and followed.
Vegetarians, vegans, and those that are
lactose intolerant or follow certain religious beliefs can
benefit from products that are both Kosher and Parve. Parve is
the level of regulation stricter than kosher. Parve is the term
used to signify products which are kosher as well as containing
no meat, foul or dairy products or by-products.
What Does "Kosher and Parve" Mean?
Kosher is a term used to describe something that is right,
proper, or fit. Food that is certified Kosher is guaranteed to
be of a high quality, and often surpasses the quality standards
of the Food and Drug Administration and Health Canada. Parve
foods are kosher as well as being free from any animal products
or by-products. Parve products and considered neutral they
contain no meat or dairy. This would include fruits, grains,
herbs, and vegetables.
Documentation of all ingredients, manufacturing procedures,
and packaging materials used to make a product are studied and
approved by certifying agencies. Therefore, a Kosher and Parve
certified product guarantees that there is truth in its label. A
company that incorrectly labels a product Kosher is considered
to be fraudulent, and subject to fines or imprisonment.
Kosher standards for processing and cleansing also ensure
that product cross-contamination does not occur. Thus, one can
be assured that only the items shown on the ingredients list and
on the label are contained in packages certified as Kosher and
Parve.
Kosher laws provide a rallying point for Jews. At the same
time, they give vegetarians, vegans, people with allergies,
lactose intolerant people, and other religious followers the
guarantee that food certified Kosher and Parve will be of the
highest quality and handled and processed in an acceptable way.
Many reasons or theories have been provided for living Kosher
(health, spiritual, self discipline, morality). All lead back,
however, to the high quality of the food consumed.
The acceptability of Kosher in today's society spans more
than religious circles. The guarantee of quality products,
packaging, manufacturing procedures and machinery, and
cleanliness have become a standard to many who are concerned
about the quality of the items (food and medicine) they consume.
To ensure that Kosher standards are maintained after
certification, impromptu inspections are carried out by the
independent certification agency. Any item found not to fall
within Kosher guidelines could result in permanent nullification
of the company's Kosher status. Therefore, the manufacturing
company must continually work to keep its Kosher qualification.
Kosher Certification
Requiring all laws be strictly followed, various agencies
certify and monitor the actions and products of kosher
manufacturers. The Kashruth Council
of Canada has certified Health 4 All and grants us the
symbol below because we meet their rigorous standards. Within
the different certifying agencies, this Council is one of the
most highly regarded. Their standards are very precise, but
their insignia is well worth our extra effort.
To be certified Kosher and Parve, we must submit each product
for pre-market review by the Council. After the application is
approved, and certification is granted, we must also pass the
many random inspections used by the Council to ensure our
standards are maintained consistently.
As the only herbal company certified both Kosher and Parve,
Health 4 All can guarantee that our products are pure, clean,
and of the highest quality. As a natural products consumer, you
should feel assured that our products meet and exceed your
exacting standards. Most of our products, including all of our
oregano and medicinal oil products have passed the rigorous
standards set forth by the Kashruth
Council of Canada and bear their seal of approval and our
Kosher identification number (18). Look for the symbol below as
your assurance of quality on all your natural health products.
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