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| − | EUFIC claims clearly on their website that there is no evidence that organically produced food is any safer,or more nutritious than its conventionally produced counterpart.<ref> [http://www.eufic.org/page/en/page/FAQ/faqid/difference-organic-conventional-food/ What is the difference between organic and conventional food?] EUFIC website, accessed on 14 november 2010</ref> However, this advice again produces a confusing dilemma for the consumer, as there are numerous conflicting opinions on the matter, most recently a study conducted by the French Agency for Food Safety (AFSSA). The Independent on Sunday reported that the study had found that organic plant products contain more dry matter, and so are more nutrient-dense and contain more minerals such as iron and magnesium than conventional foods. The study also suggested that organic produce contains more polyphenols than its non-organic counterpart.<ref> [http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/is-organic-produce-better-for-you-2126067.html Is organic produce better for you?] The Independent on Sunday, 5 November 2010, accessed on 14 november 2010</ref> | + | EUFIC claims clearly on their website that there is no evidence that organically produced food is any safer, or more nutritious than its conventionally produced counterpart.<ref> [http://www.eufic.org/page/en/page/FAQ/faqid/difference-organic-conventional-food/ What is the difference between organic and conventional food?] EUFIC website, accessed on 14 november 2010</ref> However, this advice again produces a confusing dilemma for the consumer, as there are numerous conflicting opinions on the matter, most recently a study conducted by the French Agency for Food Safety (AFSSA). The Independent on Sunday reported that the study had found that organic plant products contain more dry matter, and so are more nutrient-dense and contain more minerals such as iron and magnesium than conventional foods. The study also suggested that organic produce contains more polyphenols than its non-organic counterpart.<ref> [http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/is-organic-produce-better-for-you-2126067.html Is organic produce better for you?] The Independent on Sunday, 5 November 2010, accessed on 14 november 2010</ref> |
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Revision as of 00:03, 18 November 2010
EUFIC claims clearly on their website that there is no evidence that organically produced food is any safer, or more nutritious than its conventionally produced counterpart.[1] However, this advice again produces a confusing dilemma for the consumer, as there are numerous conflicting opinions on the matter, most recently a study conducted by the French Agency for Food Safety (AFSSA). The Independent on Sunday reported that the study had found that organic plant products contain more dry matter, and so are more nutrient-dense and contain more minerals such as iron and magnesium than conventional foods. The study also suggested that organic produce contains more polyphenols than its non-organic counterpart.[2]
Notes
- ↑ What is the difference between organic and conventional food? EUFIC website, accessed on 14 november 2010
- ↑ Is organic produce better for you? The Independent on Sunday, 5 November 2010, accessed on 14 november 2010
