Organic Crops Have Significantly More Antioxidants, Study Finds
An international study led by the University of Newcastle in the U.K. has found a diet of organic food can provide antioxidants that are equivalent to 1-2 extra portions of fruit and vegetables per day.
A release from the university said the meta-analysis looked at 343 studies into the differences between organic and conventional crops, and found that the former can have 18-69% more antioxidants such as polyphenolics than the latter. Read more
Study: Teens Buying More Organic
A wide-ranging study of teen consumption trends states that more teens are choosing organic food compared with two years ago.
Minneapolis-based Piper Jaffray & Co. recently released its 26th semi-annual “Taking Stock With Teens” consumer research project . The study found that 39% of teens reported they ate organic food compared with 33% two years ago. Read more
Organic Category Continues Growth Pattern
Organic demand continues to grow, according to reports from suppliers. The Organic Trade Association recently released its 2013 organic industry survey, which tracks U.S. organic sales. Read more
