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Now's there even more scientific evidence that organic produce is a very healthy choice over crops grown in the conventional manner. In a 10-year study by the University of California, researchers found that tomatoes grown organically had almost twice the amount of flavonoids as standard produce. Flavonoids are a type of anti-oxidant.

The study was reported in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. The importance of the study's findings was explained in a BBC News report on the study, "Flavonoids have been shown to reduce high blood pressure, lowering the risk of heart disease and stroke... Flavonoids have also been linked with reduced rates of some types of cancer and dementia."

To read the BBC News report on the study go to: Organic food 'better' for heart

To read a previous post on the benefits of eating organic food go to: Old World Scientists Agree: Organic Is Healthier