Dr Trisha Pasricha, a Harvard-trained gastroenterologist and scientist, who also writes the ‘Ask a Doctor’ column for The Washington Post, is debunking the popular belief that organic foods are nutritionally superior to conventionally grown produce.
In an Instagram video posted by The Washington Post on September 20, the gut doctor explains the real difference between conventional and organic foods, which often sparks debates among consumers regarding nutritional value and pesticide exposure. She breaks down the facts and highlights what really matters when choosing fruits and vegetables.
Dr Pasricha points out that both organic and regular produce have almost the same nutritional value. She mentions, “Studies have found that organic and regular produce have similar levels of most nutrients.” This means that from a purely nutritional standpoint, choosing one over the other may not make much difference.
