In August, I reported on a British study that found no significant nutritional differences between organic and conventional foods. More recently, researchers in France came to some different conclusions. In compiling their own data from various good-quality studies, they found that organic produce had higher levels of minerals, like magnesium and iron, and more polyphenol antioxidants.
What to make of all this? Many factors affect a food’s nutrient composition, including the plant variety, soil quality, climate and season, when it’s picked, and how it’s processed and stored. You’d do well eating more fruits and vegetables, no matter how they are grown. But if you want to reduce your exposure to pesticide residues and lessen your environmental impact, organic foods are the clear winner.
Source: Health Insider
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