What is a beneficial reason for purchasing organic fresh fruits and vegetables rather than conventionally grown foods?
a. They are fresher than conventional foods.
b. They are completely free of pesticides.
c. They have a higher nutrient content than conventional foods.
d. The growing methods used don't harm the environment.
e. They are associated with a reduced risk of chronic disease.
Question 2
Which statement best describes the pesticide levels in organic foods?
a. Changing children's diets to conventionally grown foods resulted in a gradual decline of pesticide ingestion.
b. Tested organic foods consistently contain no pesticides or lower levels than conventionally grown foods.
c. Studies have shown a link between pesticide exposure from conventional foods and health risks.
d. Choosing organic versions of conventional foods that have tested positive for pesticides is recommended because prices are no higher.
e. When eating organic foods the risk from pesticide residues is zero.
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