Am J Clin Nutr September 2009 PMID 19640946

Nutritional quality of organic foods: a systematic review.

Alan D Dangour, Sakhi K Dodhia, Arabella Hayter, Elizabeth Allen, Karen Lock, Ricardo Uauy

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Peak: 4 in Jan 2019
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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The overall tone oscillates between skepticism and factual critique, with posts emphasizing that the review shows no significant nutritional advantage of organic foods, exemplified by phrases like 'NO MORE HEALTHFUL' and 'fallacy'. Some comments dispute safety and sustainability claims, indicating a desire for evidence-based discussions, which shapes the neutral agreement and engagement scores.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions reflect mixed opinions, with some posts outright dismissing the idea that organic foods are nutritionally superior, while others question claims about safety and sustainability.

InterestModerate interest

There is a moderate level of interest, especially concerning debates about the health benefits and environmental impacts of organic foods, but some posts show disinterest in the scientific details.

EngagementModerate engagement

Many posts reference specific studies and challenge claims, indicating a deliberate effort to engage deeply with the research findings.

ImpactNeutral impact

While some posts aim to correct misconceptions, overall, the discussions do not seem to profoundly influence general opinions or policy perspectives yet.

Abstract in brief

  • This systematic review analyzed 162 studies comparing the nutrient content of organic and conventional foods, finding that most crops and livestock products have similar nutritional values.
  • Organic crops showed higher levels of phosphorus and titratable acidity, while conventionally grown crops had more nitrogen; for other nutrients, no significant differences were found.
  • Overall, the review concludes that there is no strong evidence to suggest that organic foods are nutritionally superior or inferior to conventional foods.]

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Nick Tiller, Ph.D.
@NBTiller · X

Numerous studies and reviews show #organicfood to be NO MORE HEALTHFUL than that which is non-organic. It's a fallacy! Whatever your reasons for eating organic, 'healthy eating' shouldn't be one of them... https://t.co/2QCl7LeExk https://t.co/luO9e7Rx2Q https://t.co/mc34N18UdS

Jan 30, 2020 · 3 likes · 1 share · 10,657 followers View post →
Marcell Isko
@marcelglasa · X

Nutritional quality of organic foods: a systematic review https://t.co/NVqO5z1eM8

Jan 11, 2019 · 3 likes · 1 share · 61 followers View post →
うちだ
@KOJI_yobo_iryo · X

"Nutritional quality of organic foods: A systematic review" (American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 2012)

Dec 20, 2024 · 2 likes · 159 followers View post →
pyxelomeon
@pyxelomeon · X

@Prof_D_sciences Comparative analysis of environmental impacts of agricultural production systems, agricultural input efficiency, and food choice https://t.co/cOztJKzTN6 Nutritional quality of organic foods: a systematic review https://t.co/vNj5mtXDb9

Oct 12, 2020 · 2 likes · 37 followers View post →
Daniel Probst
@skepteis.bsky.social · Bluesky

Plus, Biolandbau ist einen schlechteren CO2-Fussabdruck (www.nature.com/articles/s41...) Weiter wird wird oft behaupted, dass die Bio-Produkte gespünder sind, was (natürlich) auch nicht stimmt (pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19640946/)

Oct 31, 2023 · 2 likes · 1 share View post →
Val Giddings
@prometheusgreen · X

@chuckbenbrook Organic food is not safer https://t.co/m8mer0q51m nor is it more nutritious https://t.co/tHEPxPl2Ws or tastier. And it is less sustainable than conventional, and especially biotech improved foods https://t.co/RtHI7fIN1F & https://t.co/MNdsHKErrW

Jan 5, 2021 · 1 like · 5,458 followers View post →

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Evaluating the Value of Organic Food Consumption

Is it worth it to buy organic or stick with conventional foods? This video evaluates the health impacts of organic versus conventional diets, discussing the reliability of the Dirty Dozen list and the lack of conclusive…

GiveMeTruth · Nov 17, 2022 116 views
Nick
@NickAot28 · X

@DannyDada82 @spinozamimosas No. https://t.co/BGuDaCcGrl E no. Piccole differenze nutrizionali esistono (https://t.co/V31DQC9Hps una diffferenza del 23% sugli acidi grassi polinsaturi ) ma definirle surrogato è follia, Daniele mi spiace. Il marxismo non dona poteri magici. https://t.co/2jzKdBIA4Q

Jul 28, 2025 · 81 followers View post →
うちだ
@KOJI_yobo_iryo · X

"Nutritional quality of organic foods: A systematic review" (American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 2012)

Dec 20, 2024 · 2 likes · 159 followers View post →
Daniel Probst
@skepteis.bsky.social · Bluesky

Plus, Biolandbau ist einen schlechteren CO2-Fussabdruck (www.nature.com/articles/s41...) Weiter wird wird oft behaupted, dass die Bio-Produkte gespünder sind, was (natürlich) auch nicht stimmt (pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19640946/)

Oct 31, 2023 · 2 likes · 1 share View post →
AlainCo #JeSuisPrometheen e/acc
@alain_co · X

Nutritional quality of organic foods: a systematic review - PubMed https://t.co/HSiqDcuxwL

Jan 18, 2023 · 3,322 followers View post →
Val Giddings
@prometheusgreen · X

@chuckbenbrook Your claims are contradicted by the data. Organic food is not safer https://t.co/m8mer0q51m nor is it more nutritious https://t.co/tHEPxPl2Ws

Jan 5, 2021 · 5,458 followers View post →
Val Giddings
@prometheusgreen · X

@chuckbenbrook Organic food is not safer https://t.co/m8mer0q51m nor is it more nutritious https://t.co/tHEPxPl2Ws or tastier. And it is less sustainable than conventional, and especially biotech improved foods https://t.co/RtHI7fIN1F & https://t.co/MNdsHKErrW

Jan 5, 2021 · 1 like · 5,458 followers View post →
pyxelomeon
@pyxelomeon · X

@Prof_D_sciences Comparative analysis of environmental impacts of agricultural production systems, agricultural input efficiency, and food choice https://t.co/cOztJKzTN6 Nutritional quality of organic foods: a systematic review https://t.co/vNj5mtXDb9

Oct 12, 2020 · 2 likes · 37 followers View post →
Rocky Mtn Naturals
@RkyMtnNaturals · X

RT @NBTiller: Numerous studies and reviews show #organicfood to be NO MORE HEALTHFUL than that which is non-organic. It's a fallacy! Whatev…

Jan 30, 2020 · 1 share · 5,193 followers View post →
Nick Tiller, Ph.D.
@NBTiller · X

Numerous studies and reviews show #organicfood to be NO MORE HEALTHFUL than that which is non-organic. It's a fallacy! Whatever your reasons for eating organic, 'healthy eating' shouldn't be one of them... https://t.co/2QCl7LeExk https://t.co/luO9e7Rx2Q https://t.co/mc34N18UdS

Jan 30, 2020 · 3 likes · 1 share · 10,657 followers View post →
Saving Lifes
@donatealife · X

Nutritional quality of organic foods: a systematic review https://t.co/FmFOHLdrKr

Oct 1, 2019 · 21 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
@EvidenceRobot · X

RT @jmoyaos: "Nutritional quality of organic foods: a systematic review". Para que dejen de andar diciendo que los alimentos orgánicos tien…

Aug 19, 2019 · 2 shares · 6,717 followers View post →
jose de la fuente
@Pipo666FC · X

RT @jmoyaos: "Nutritional quality of organic foods: a systematic review". Para que dejen de andar diciendo que los alimentos orgánicos tien…

Aug 19, 2019 · 2 shares · 4,755 followers View post →
Jose Moya
@jmoyaos · X

"Nutritional quality of organic foods: a systematic review". Para que dejen de andar diciendo que los alimentos orgánicos tienen mejor calidad nutricional que los alimentos tradicionales. https://t.co/PbUp1lAvnH

Aug 19, 2019 · 1 like · 2 shares · 915 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
@EvidenceRobot · X

RT @1melee: Nutritional quality of organic foods: a systematic review | The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition | Oxford Academic https:…

Jan 12, 2019 · 1 share · 6,717 followers View post →
LM
@1melee · X

Nutritional quality of organic foods: a systematic review | The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition | Oxford Academic https://t.co/v1k46pXzVv

Jan 12, 2019 · 1 share · 26 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
@EvidenceRobot · X

RT @marcelglasa: Nutritional quality of organic foods: a systematic review https://t.co/NVqO5z1eM8

Jan 11, 2019 · 1 share · 6,717 followers View post →
Marcell Isko
@marcelglasa · X

Nutritional quality of organic foods: a systematic review https://t.co/NVqO5z1eM8

Jan 11, 2019 · 3 likes · 1 share · 61 followers View post →