Category: Food

Over the years, there have been debates on which food is superior to the other; organic foods or genetically modified ones. While this debate is mostly based on personal preferences, it is worth noting that the nutritional and health benefits of these foods differ greatly. It is worth noting that organic food is not only expensive but also not readily available GMOs. However, people who advocate for organic foods argue that their nutritional, health, and other benefits are worth the expense and hassle of getting this food. Here are some of the notable benefits of organic foods over GMOs:

Organic Foods Are Healthy

The fascinating aspect about organic foods is that they are grown naturally, with little or no addition of chemicals and pesticides. As such, organic foods do not contain any chemical residues or other harmful additions. On the other hand, the production of GMOs relies heavily on the use of chemicals, including pesticides and growth boosters. Due to this, these foods (GMOs) are linked to a host of illnesses and diseases including infertility, intestinal damage, Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, and allergies, among other conditions.

High Nutrient Count

Since there is no use of synthetic fertilizers and other chemicals in the production of organic foods, the nutrient content of the food is quite high. Overall, these foods contain high counts of nutrients such as calcium, antioxidants, chromium, iron, magnesium, and vitamin C. These nutrients are beneficial to grow children, people recovering from illnesses and generally everyone seeking to …