Less Chemicals and Resistant Bacteria.

Many people choose to buy organic food in order to avoid artificial chemicals.

Evidence suggests that consuming these foods may reduce your exposure to pesticide residues and antibiotic-resistant bacteria.Trusted Source

One study found that levels of cadmium, an extremely toxic metal, were 48% lower in organic produce. In addition, pesticide residues were four times more likely to be found in non-organic crops .Trusted Source

It is important to note that the higher levels of cadmium and pesticide residue in conventionally grown produce were still well below safety limits .Trusted Source

However, some experts worry that cadmium can accumulate over time in the body, potentially causing harm. Washing, scrubbing, peeling and cooking food can reduce these chemicals, although it doesn’t always remove them completely.Trusted Source

Nevertheless, evidence suggests that the risk of exposure to pesticide residue in foods is small and unlikely to cause harm.

Since organic farming does not use antibiotics in animals, these products generally contain slightly lower levels of antibiotic-resistant bacteria.Trusted SourcTrusted Source