How Big Ag Stripped Our Food of Valuable Nutrients Children’s Health Defense [Video]

Story at a glance:

• Modern farming practices and seed hybridization have significantly reduced the nutritional content of fruits and vegetables over the past 60 years, with average declines of 16% for calcium, 27% for vitamin C and 50% for iron.
• The focus on higher yields, longer shelf life and visual appeal in crop development has led to a trade-off in nutrient density, particularly evident in hybrid tomatoes compared to heirloom varieties.
• Four multinational corporations control two-thirds of the global seed market, leading to a loss of biodiversity, farmer dependence on hybrid seeds and exploitative labor practices in seed production.
• The nutrient decline in produce contributes to increased risk of deficiencies, reduced antioxidant intake and rising chronic diseases, leading to greater reliance on dietary supplements.
• Solutions include supporting seed banks, practicing regenerative agriculture, increasing consumer awareness and implementing policies that prioritize soil health, protect farmers’ rights and enforce fair labor practices in seed production.

The documentary “Industry Scandal: The Loss of Nutrients” …