In this episode Kristen explores some alarming stats about the declining nutrient density of our food. Did you know studies have shown the nutrient density of a wide range of fruits and vegetables has declined by up to 50% in the last 50 to 70 years? Is it any wonder people are so unwell?
TOPICS COVERED:
🌿Where does nutrient density come from? Why is it declining?
🌿How the introduction of artificial fertilisers has disrupted natural processes and impacted the ability of plants to draw vital minerals from the soil
🌿The role of pesticides in all this
🌿Can you wash pesticides off and is that really the biggest concern?
🌿How many pesticides are approved for use in Australia? How many are banned overseas?
🌿How to avoid pesticides and choose food that has the nutrients your body needs
RESOURCES + LINKS
Eat…Think… Heal by Margaret Bridgeford
Joel Salatin - The Lunatic Farmer
Peter Kearney - My Food Garden
