Are organic foods any healthier than regular foods?
Several studies, including a 12-year German study, have shown that certified organic food contains more nutrients than conventional food. Also, statistics obtained from The United States Department of Agriculture show that nutrient levels are declining in many fruits and vegetables, and research from the Organic Consumers Association clearly shows commercially-raised eggs, meat, and dairy all contain lower levels of nutrients. One American study revealed that certified-organic food contained much higher average levels of minerals than commercially-raised food: 63% more calcium, 73% more iron, 125% more potassium, and 60% more zinc. There was also 29% less mercury, which as you likely know, is toxic. Low levels of nutrients seem to be contributing to rising obesity rates. You see, the brain knows when it’s received enough nutrients. If you eat a nutritionally deficient diet, your brain will keep looking for more nutrients. You feel hungry, hunger leads to eating more food, and eating mo
