The Impact of Organic Food on Health and the Environment

🌱Organic food does not contain antibiotics, pesticides, or artificial additives.

🔬Mouse studies show that organophosphates, found in non-organic foods, can affect gut microbes and hormones.

👥Observational studies suggest a lower risk of cancer and fertility problems among those who consume organic food.

💼Glyphosate, a herbicide used in non-organic farming, has been linked to an increased risk of cancer.

⚖️The research on the health effects of organic food is complex and more studies are needed to draw definitive conclusions.

What makes food organic?

—Organic food is produced without antibiotics, pesticides, herbicides, or artificial fertilizers.

Does organic food have more nutrients?

—There is limited evidence to suggest that organic food has higher nutrient content.

Is it important to eat organic food?

—While organic food may have some health and environmental benefits, it is not necessary for everyone to exclusively consume organic food.

Are pesticides in non-organic food harmful to health?

—Pesticides in non-organic food have been linked to health issues, including an increased risk of cancer.

Is organic food more expensive?

—Organic food tends to be more expensive due to the higher costs of organic farming practices.

03:19Organic food is free of antibiotics, pesticides, herbicides, and artificial additives.

06:31Organophosphates, found in non-organic foods, can affect gut microbes and hormones in mouse studies.

09:30Observational studies suggest a lower risk of cancer and fertility problems among those who consume organic food.

13:59Glyphosate, a herbicide used in non-organic farming, has been linked to an increased risk of cancer.