Do you often hear the term “organic” or “organic” in recent years? Organic food, also known as organic food, has been a trend and is considered an essential in daily life in many countries around the world such as the United States, Japan, Australia,… However, it is still quite new and quite strange in Vietnam and very few Vietnamese consumers understand this concept as well as the nutritional benefits that this type of food brings.

1. WHAT IS ORGANIC FOOD?

Organic foods or organic foods are foods that are produced produced according to methods and standards of the organic agriculture industry. The characteristic of this production method is that the food is grown in a completely natural environment, ensuring compliance with standards and food safety hygiene procedures to ensure health safety for users.

Organic food is divided into 2 type:

In addition, processed products are not allowed to use preservatives, coloring agents, artificial sweeteners, flavors or monosodium glutamate (MSG – MSG), …

2. CHARACTERISTICS OF ORGANIC FOOD

Organic food ensures human health safety as well as balance. ecosystem and conserve biodiversity. However, their price is quite high or much higher because the production cost of organic food is often 20% more than conventional products.

Organic products are labeled according to each level and Only products with 95-100% organic ingredients can be labeled “100% organic” and “organic” by prestigious world organizations such as USDA (USA), JAS (Japan), etc.

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Due to the awareness of food safety and hygiene issues as well as Environmental protection is receiving great attention and attention, so today more and more consumers learn, are convinced and believe in the sustainable benefits that organic food brings.

3. NUTRITIONAL VALUE & BENEFITS OF ORGANIC FOOD

BENEFITS

• Because it is cultivated in a way that does not contain pesticides, artificial fertilizers and other chemical residues, organic food is better for users’ health.

• Organic food promotes the sustainability of the ecosystem as well as protects our living environment.

• Organic foods have better nutritional content such as vitamins and minerals than products grown using other conventional methods.

NUTRITIONAL VALUE NUTRITION

In addition to the benefits they bring to the environment and ecosystem Thai food, some studies have shown that organic foods or organic foods have better nutrient content indicators than conventional foods:

• Higher content of antioxidants

Antioxidants help protect the body from cell damage causes disease in humans as well as increases the immune system of pets.

• Lower nitrate content

High nitrate levels will increase the risk of certain diseases such as cancer cancer as well as affecting the body’s ability to metabolize oxygen, especially in children.

• Higher vitamin C content

• Higher content of minerals such as phosphorus, magnesium and iron