Trace minerals found in fruits and vegetables declining over past 50 years

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By Dena Schmidt, staff writer

(NaturalHealth365) Fruits and vegetables may not be as nutritious for us as they once were, according to researchers. The main reason for this is farming methods that strip nutrients from both the soil and the produce itself. The result is reduced amounts of trace minerals in the crops.

Aggressive ‘modern’ agricultural methods, genetic manipulation and the use of pesticides all take their toll on our food supply. Each successive generation of fruits and vegetables becomes less healthy than its predecessor. While many crops are grown faster today and are more pest-resistant, …read more

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