Daily Mail - Organic food 'can help you lose weight and live longer'

An article in the Daily Mail this week (21/05/11) claimed that organic food can actually help you live longer.

Based on a recent study by The University of Newcastle, the article commented that “organic produce could help you live longer as well as keeping you healthier and slimmer”.

The study showed that organic fruit and vegetables, grown without artificial fertilisers, have more beneficial substances known as secondary metabolites and natural vitamin C, which can extend lifespan and help to balance weight. Certainly food for thought for all us lovers of natural herbal supplements!

Peter Melchett of the Soil Association commented: “There are lots of reasons people choose organic, not least because it is better for the environment, animal welfare and wildlife. Here we have research which demonstrates a significant health benefit.”

The University of Newcastle study will be published in the next issue of the journal Critical Reviews in Plant Sciences. The findings can be found on the Soil Association website, summarised in this Meta poster.