Is organically grown produce better for us than
conventionally grown produce? Health Briefs takes a look at differences between
organic and other produce.
It is often reported by health and nutrition experts that
organically grown produce contains less pesticides and toxic metal cadmium than produce grown in other
ways. Organics also contain more anti oxidants which can help fight the affects
of stress. And organics cans cost twice the amount of conventionally grown
produce. So how does one know which type of fruits and vegetables to buy?
A recent study
published in the British Journal of Nutrition states that the anti oxidant percentage
in organics is only 17 percent higher than food grown in other ways. Health Briefs
believes that in order to truly improve our health, we need to eat more fruits,
vegetables and whole grains overall – organic and otherwise. With good food
prep including washing of think skinned produce, everyone can enjoy a healthful,
tasty meal every day. If organics are desired, visit a local farmer’s market
for the freshest items and go early in the day. This ensures that the items
bought have not been sitting out in the sun or partial shade and heat for long.
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