Organic food has surged in popularity, driven by the widespread belief that it is healthier than conventional alternatives. This perception has significantly boosted demand over the past five to six years. But what exactly makes organic food so special? Let's delve into the specifics, backed by data and expert opinions.
The term "organic" refers to the methods used in growing and processing agricultural products. In the United States, organic crops must be cultivated without synthetic pesticides, bioengineered genes (GMOs), petroleum-based fertilizers, or sewage sludge-based fertilizers. Organic livestock, raised for meat, eggs, and dairy, must have outdoor access and be fed organic feed. They cannot be given antibiotics, growth hormones, or animal by-products.
According to the Department for Agriculture and Rural Affairs (DEFRA):
"Organic food is the product of a farming system which avoids the use of man-made fertilizers, pesticides; growth regulators and livestock feed additives. Irradiation and the use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) or products produced from or by GMOs are generally prohibited by organic legislation. Organic agriculture is a systems approach to production that is working towards environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable production. Instead, the agricultural systems rely on crop rotation, animal and plant manures, some hand weeding, and biological pest control."
Organic foods often contain more beneficial nutrients, such as antioxidants, compared to their conventionally-grown counterparts. A study published in the British Journal of Nutrition found that organic crops have 17% more antioxidants than conventionally grown crops. Antioxidants are linked to a lower risk of cancer and other diseases ([source](https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/british-journal-of-nutrition/article/higher-antioxidant-and-lower-cadmium-concentrations-and-lower-incidence-of-pesticide-residues-in-organically-grown-crops-a-systematic-literature-review-and-metaanalyses/4A0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0A2B0
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