I buy a lot of berries, and I’ve heard conflicting opinions on the health risks of organic vs regular berries (and produce in general). My brief Google research seems to indicate that there’s little additional risk if any from non-organic prodce, but if anyone knows more about the subject, I’d appreciate some evidence.
Another suggestion (also without citation): It may also be worth evaluating risks associated with certain pesticides common to a crop or region and related externalities (the effect on local food chains). Also, when exposure involves more than one chemical, the overall risk assessment becomes more involved.
I buy a lot of berries, and I’ve heard conflicting opinions on the health risks of organic vs regular berries (and produce in general). My brief Google research seems to indicate that there’s little additional risk if any from non-organic prodce, but if anyone knows more about the subject, I’d appreciate some evidence.
Without citation: minimal “organic” labeling standards often aren’t a very high or impressive barrier to clear.
Another suggestion (also without citation): It may also be worth evaluating risks associated with certain pesticides common to a crop or region and related externalities (the effect on local food chains). Also, when exposure involves more than one chemical, the overall risk assessment becomes more involved.