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News: Quality of life: Organic and non organic foods The quality of our health is closely related to what we eat. Our body and mind are strongly dependent on what we provide them every day through our nutrition...Read more |
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Organic farmers apply natural fertilizers such as compost or manure to feed soil and plants. On the other hand conventional farmers apply chemical fertilizers to promote plant growth. |
May 2005
Making the lives of citizens healthier and safer is a priority of all governments. Quality of life depends on many factors including economical welfare, health, security, education and other rights that have to be constantly safeguarded against the never ending perils that arise.
Safety of food and other products, consumers rights and the protection of people's health are constantly a matter of concern. In this quickly evolving field many unknowns exist and many new issues arise.
Food safety and nutrition, is a subject of prime interest and concern of the wider public. The debate about genetically modified food and feed has created a lot of controversies. Additionally the issue of organic versus non organic crops adds to the overall complexity of the actual situation.
How dangerous if at all, are these newcomers to our nutrition? How can we make the difference? What is their impact to our health? Is the debate solely scientific or are there hidden financial considerations that influence the discussions?
These are questions frequently asked but rarely clearly answered. You will find more useful information and further bibliographical resources in the article Quality of life: Organic and non organic foods of our 27th monthly Progressive Newsletter that me and my colleagues believe that you will find interesting.
Takis A. Haggiandreou
Director
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The appearance of the organic food may be different than the conventional with variation in shape, color and size. Additionally organic fruit and vegetable spoil faster because they are not treated with waxes or preservatives. |
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