A diet rich in vegetables and fruits can : lower blood pressure reduce risk of heart disease and stroke prevent some types of cancer lower risk of eye and digestive problems and have a positive effect upon blood sugar which can help keep appetite in check. Read More at : Are Organic Foods Really Beneficial to Your diet You can get more information at : Nutrients and Health Benefits
Conventional Agricultural Food Production “ Conventional farming , also known as industrial agriculture , refers to farming systems which include the use of synthetic chemical fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides and other continual inputs, genetically modified organisms, concentrated animal feeding operations, heavy irrigation, heavy irrigation, or concentrated monoculture production. Despite its name, conventional agricultural methods have only been in development since the late Nineteenth Century, and did not become widespread until after World War 2.
The latest survey from the Organic Trade Association in the United States showed that health motivation is the main reason for choosing organic food. OTA (Org. Trade Assoc.). 2016 . U.S. Organic state of the industry. Market Anal., Washington, DC. http://ota.com/sites/default/files/indexed_fil Some of the reasons are Organic Foods: § Higher nutrient content § Longer shelf life § Firmer cellulose cell wall i.e. Crops are firmer to the touch § Has no toxic pesticide residue build up in plant or crops,they’re safer. § Organic farming practices are designed to be more sustainable, emphasizing conservation and reducing pollutants.
Awesome...job well done Sharon.. very informative
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