I think the data proffered by Roberto is important, but all of this data seems
to be a "straw man". To me this shows the resilience of living systems to grow
under adverse conditions. there are humans who are deficient because they
follow a "natural diet" and there is no guarantee that plants grown in organic
environments will be any richer than plants grown in synthetic environments
provided that each grower chooses to monitor and fertilize for appropriate
nutrients, micro or macro- One doesn't argue against or for organic. Rather it
advocates for good solid human management with intelligence and sensitivity.
It is the system that is important
thoughts?
tom abeles
Roberto Verzola wrote:
> * In an analysis of USDA nutrient data from 1975 to 1997, the Kushi
> Institute of Becket, Massachusetts found that the average calcium
> levels in 12 fresh vegetables declined 27 percent; iron levels dropped
> 37 percent; vitamin A levels 21 percent, and vitamin C levels 30
> percent. (See: Organic View, v.2 n.1, 23 Jan 2000)
>
> * A similar analysis of British nutrient data from 1930 to 1980
> published in the British Food Journal found that in 20 vegetables, the
> average calcium content had declined 19 percent; iron 22 percent; and
> potassium 14 percent. (See: Organic View, v.2 n.1, 23 Jan 2000)
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