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Nutritional Benefits of Organic Foods
Today's conventional food adulteration and excessive pesticides use are having detrimental effects on human health. Carcinogenic chemicals present in these foods have harmful effects on the endocrine and nervous systems in the long run. On the other hand, organic foods are produced through chemical-free cultivation methods, where preservatives and artificial ingredients are not used. The antioxidants and phytonutrients present in them increase the body's immunity, which builds resistance against various diseases. Organic foods have higher bioavailability, so the body can easily metabolize them and absorb necessary micronutrients. Moreover, they naturally contain nutritional elements without fortification. The sustainability of such foods is ensured, as they are produced through environmentally friendly farming methods, which help in holistic health protection. Therefore, choosing organic foods for long-term healthy living is a wise decision.
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conventional
kənˈven.ʃən.əl
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Based on or in accordance with what is generally done or believed; traditional, standard, customary.
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Many farmers still use conventional farming methods. |
traditional, standard, customary
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unorthodox, innovative, unconventional
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adulteration
əˌdʌl.təˈreɪ.ʃən
noun
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The action of making something poorer in quality by the addition of another substance.
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Food adulteration poses a serious health risk. |
contamination, impurity, degradation
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purity, authenticity, refinement
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pesticides
ˈpɛs.tɪ.saɪdz
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Substances used for destroying insects or other organisms harmful to cultivated plants or to animals.
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Excessive pesticides use can harm the environment. |
insecticide, herbicide, fungicide
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organic treatment, natural repellent, biological control
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detrimental
ˌdɛtrɪˈmɛntəl
adjective
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Tending to cause harm; harmful or damaging.
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Smoking is detrimental to health. |
harmful, destructive, injurious
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beneficial, advantageous, favorable
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carcinogenic
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Having the potential to cause cancer.
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Processed foods often contain carcinogenic substances. |
cancer-causing, toxic, malignant
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non-toxic, safe, benign
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endocrine
ˈɛn.də.krɪn
adjective
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Relating to or denoting glands which secrete hormones directly into the blood.
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The endocrine system regulates metabolism. |
hormonal, glandular, physiological
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non-hormonal, external, artificial
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organic foods
ɔːˈɡæn.ɪk fuːdz
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Food produced without the use of chemicals such as artificial pesticides, fertilizers, or other artificial agents.
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Organic foods are healthier than processed foods. |
natural, pesticide-free, chemical-free
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processed foods, artificially enhanced, genetically modified
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cultivation
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The action of cultivating land, or the state of being cultivated.
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The cultivation of organic crops is increasing worldwide. |
farming, agriculture, horticulture
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abandonment, neglect, destruction
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preservatives
prɪˈzɜː.və.tɪvz
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A substance used to preserve foodstuffs, wood, or other materials against decay.
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Many processed foods contain harmful preservatives. |
additives, antioxidants, stabilizers
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natural preservatives, fresh ingredients, unprocessed
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antioxidants
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A substance that may prevent or delay some types of cell damage.
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Fruits and vegetables are rich in antioxidants. |
free-radical fighters, protective compounds, detoxifiers
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oxidants, free radicals, toxins
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phytonutrients
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Bioactive compounds found in plants that have health benefits beyond basic nutrition.
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Green tea contains powerful phytonutrients. |
plant-based compounds, bioactive nutrients, natural extracts
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artificial additives, synthetic nutrients, chemical enhancers
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immunity
ɪˈmjuː.nɪ.ti
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The ability of an organism to resist a particular infection or toxin by the action of specific antibodies or sensitized white blood cells.
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A balanced diet improves immunity. |
resistance, defensiveness, protection
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susceptibility, vulnerability, weakness
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bioavailability
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The degree and rate at which a substance is absorbed or becomes available at the site of physiological activity.
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The bioavailability of vitamins varies from food to food. |
nutrient absorption, assimilation, utilization
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poor absorption, malabsorption, inefficiency
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metabolize
məˈtæb.ə.laɪz
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Process and use food for growth and to replace tissue, or process other substances in the body.
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The liver helps to metabolize toxins. |
digest, process, convert
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store, accumulate, preserve
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micronutrients
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Essential nutrients required by organisms in small quantities throughout life to orchestrate a range of physiological functions.
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Micronutrients are essential for cellular function. |
vitamins, minerals, essential nutrients
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macronutrients, excessive nutrients, overconsumption
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fortification
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The action of adding vitamins or other nutrients to food, especially as a public health measure.
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Milk fortification with Vitamin D is essential. |
enrichment, strengthening, reinforcement
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depletion, deficiency, weakening
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sustainability
səˌsteɪ.nəˈbɪl.ə.ti
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The ability to maintain or support a process continuously over time without depleting natural resources.
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Sustainability is crucial for the environment. |
longevity, stability, environmental balance
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instability, unsustainable, short-term planning
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holistic
həʊˈlɪs.tɪk
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Dealing with or treating the whole of something or someone and not just a part.
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A holistic approach improves well-being. |
comprehensive, integrated, whole-system approach
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fragmented, partial, narrow-minded
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