From VICE · Jillian Drachman · · 40s
Fruits and Veggies Less Nutritious
Fruits and veggies have lost up to half their nutrients since the 1960s, scientists say.
In brief
Fruits and veggies have lost up to half their nutrients since the 1960s, scientists say. Fruits and vegetables available today are half as nutritious as they were 60 years ago, with scientists unable to explain the decline. Originally reported by VICE.
Nutrient Decline
Fruits and vegetables available today are half as nutritious as they were 60 years ago.
Nutrient Shortfall
Consumers must eat twice as much to get the same minerals as magnesium, potassium, and copper.
Soil and Farming Issues
Declining soil quality and increased global demand have reduced food nutritional value.
Farmer Response
French farmers sprayed government buildings with manure to protest declining food quality.
The headline
Fruits and vegetables available today are half as nutritious as they were 60 years ago, with scientists unable to explain the decline.
