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Irène Mathieu, MD, MPH, Featured in The New York Times Discussing Whether Organic Food is Healthier

October 29, 2024 by daf4a@virginia.edu

Irene Mathieu, MD, MPH

Irène Mathieu, MD, MPH

Irène Mathieu, MD, MPH, an associate professor of pediatrics, was featured in the New York Times talking about whether the higher price tags of organic foods come with health benefits over conventionally grown foods.

Research examining the long-term health effects of organic foods has produced mixed results. One explanation for such conflicting findings is that people who consistently eat organic food are more likely to have healthier diets and habits — and higher incomes — than those who eat conventional, “So, we can’t say that the organic foods themselves caused any health results,” says Dr. Mathieu.

If purchasing organic food isn’t feasible, experts say conventional foods can offer similar nutritional benefits. “A variety of fruits, vegetables and whole grains is really what’s recommended for better health,” says Dr. Mathieu. “We have strong evidence to support that.”

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