What is the organic debate?

• A study published by the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition investigated the nutrient content of organic vs. conventional foods.

• The results showed no evidence to support organic foods having higher nutrient content than conventional.

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The study is debated

• Many disagree with the findings.

• Does nutrient content define the value of our food?

• Consider other factors:

  • Taste​

  • Pleasure

  • Relationship with food

• It is incorrect to conclude that there is no difference in organic versus conventional based on nutrient content alone.

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TOXINS

Growth factor, pesticides and antibiotics are all possible sources of toxins in our food today.

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GMO's

• GMO's are genes altered by the insertion of a modified gene or a gene from another organism using techniques of genetic engineering.

• What are the risks of consuming genetically modified foods?

• Are GMO's toxic, allergenic, less nutritious and/or harmful?

• There are currently no regulations and there is limited labeling on GMO foods.

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GET TO KNOW YOUR PLU'S

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ORGANIC VS. CONVENTIONAL

Organic trumps conventional with more phenolics, antioxidants, Quercetin, Vitamin C, and Vitamin E.

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