organ meats nutrition
Organic farmers use natural soil amendments and fertilizers like compost, organic matter, and green manures. Food
grown in healthy, nutrient-dense soil is better able to survive drought, resist disease, and tolerate insects. TasteAnecdotal
evidence overall shows organic food
taste better, but, of course, taste is individual and subjective. Some people claim the higher amount of nutrients in organic food somehow makes it taste better, but it’s all a matter of opinion. No Synthetic PesticidesGenerally speaking, organic food has little to no pesticides, insecticides, fungicides, and weedkillers because, in order to be certified organic by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), farmers can’t spray synthetic chemical pesticides, fertilizers, and other substances. Organic farming is strictly regulated and monitored. Some organic farmers use pesticides derived from natural substances, but these are also strictly monitored and approved for organic production. The general rule is that synthetic materials are prohibited, and natural substances are allowed, with a few exceptions. One impressive study followed families eating a 100% organic diet and revealed a significant reduction in their exposure to four classes of pesticides by an average of 60% over six days. [1]Nonorganic crops are sprayed with pesticides during growthNo GMOsGenetically modified foods (GMOs) have been approved for human consumption for quite a few decades now, but they aren’t allowed in organic products. An organic farmer can’t plant GMO seeds, and an organic cow can’t eat GMO corn or alfalfa.
[4] [5] Locally grown produce also generally has a lower carbon footprint. [6]Friendly for the Birds and BeesOrganic farms protect bees and wildlife from toxic chemicals. Some scientists and environmental activists believe large-scale, chemically intensive agricultural production is a major threat to pollinators. Friendly for the FarmworkersFarmworkers have a heightened risk of exposure to agricultural pesticides and the possible adverse health effects. Neighboring communities might also experience pesticide drift and exposure near a large farm. Possible Reduced Risk of CancerMore research is needed, but some studies show those who ate organic foods regularly lowered their overall risk of developing cancer, more specifically postmenopausal breast cancer and non-Hodgkin lymphoma. [7]The commonly used herbicide Roundup (glyphosate) has been classified as a probably human carcinogen. Studies also suggest pesticide residues at levels commonly found in the urine of children in the United States could contribute to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). [8]More Healthy FatsOrganic meat and dairy products can have around 50% more healthy omega-3 fatty acids compared to conventionally produced products, according to an interesting study in the British Journal of Nutrition. [9] [10]More NutrientsMore research is needed, but growing studies conclude organic food might have higher levels of antioxidants and important micronutrients. [11] [12]For example, three studies examined the nutrition profiles of organic blueberries, kiwis, and strawberries compared to their non-organic counterparts.