Importance of organic foods

Organic Foods doesn’t have chemicals, fertilizers, hormones, coloring and are not genetically modified. With regards to meat, milk, eggs etc… the animals are reared without any growth hormones.

The benefits of organic foods are numerous. To name a few:

1. Organic food has significantly higher levels of nutrients. Because the growth process of fruits and vegetables is natural and complete.

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Organic Pesticides and Synthetic pesticides

INEP: What are pesticides?

Dr. Chandrashekhar: As the name suggests these are chemicals that kill or destroy pests. The first known pesticide is arsenic, which was used about 100 years ago. But the most popular chemical pesticide is DDT. Mr. Paul Muller, a scientist, discovered DDT in 1934 during World War II. This was used as a weapon to kill enemy soldiers in the war. It was used to eradicate malaria around 30 – 40 years ago. We also used it against pests, predators, beetles and other insects that were destroying our crops. But DDT is harmful when used injudiciously.

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Can organic farming feed us

Please watch out these two videos to know more about organic farming

Organic Foods

Organic Foods are grown without using any chemicals to produce foods. These foods are grown using natural techniques which are very healthier for human health. These are not only healthier but also nutritious as the chemicals don’t effect any natural growing of fruits and vegetables