Vegetables are important for human health because of their vitamins, minerals, phytochemical compounds, and dietary fiber content. We had a ‘sour orange’ tree in our back yard about 10 years ago (in Australia) I thoroughly enjoyed your subtle rebuke of David Wolfe. Thousands of biologically active phytochemicals have been identified in plant foods, eg, grains, nuts, legumes, vegetables, and fruit. If a person is going to posit that broccolini is dangerous, they need to give a better reason than “It’s a hybrid.” Hybridization happens in nature. This hybrid sugar is not completely recognized by the liver and pancreas. If everything is so wonderful about all of these foods, then why has autism spiked 4000% yes four thousand percent in the past 10 years? Had it not been for hybridization we would not have known/discovered the wonderful Tayberry (a cross between Blackberry and Raspberry), Rabbage (Cabbage and Radish) or Pluot (Plum and Apricot). Mendel’s work with peas was about hybridization as much as about genetics. You get 2 different really pure lines and you cross them, and even if you didn’t do it for any particular purpose, you’ll always get better vigor (they grow stronger, healthier and with better fertility rates than their ancestors). The natural disease resistance is bred out in exchange for longer shelf life, bigger berries, prettier flowers, etc etc. Wolfe is not fruitarian, in fact he eats both ants and moths. I believe that the closer you get to the original, the better off you are. S.S.I. I’m pretty sure he and David Wolfe are not the same. ), One could argue it goes too far sometimes, https://www.youtube.com/watch?gl=US&client=mv-google&hl=en&v=Nmkj5gq1cQU&nomobile=1, That cow is natural mutation, it is called Belgian Blue and NATURE created it, not man. I personally have removed most hybrids from my diet but also realize that 99% of our food is hybrid of which 50% are on the highest level of sugar and starch would be the worst of the worst and the lessor of evils such as those considered to be cross pollinated in nature I continue to consume. No joke. The extreme fanaticism and anti-intellectualism of that faction drove me away. I grew up in a neighborhood of Phoenix/Scottsdale called Arcadia, which was a colony of gigantic citrus orchards until about 1960 (when air conditioning made Phoenix somewhat livable…). And very bluntly, it does depend on it. There are definitely some horrendous ideas out there (Round-up Ready being the poster child), but in theory, at least, GMO could be a good thing if used to increase natural pest resistance, salt and drought tolerance, vitamin content, etc. Thank god you approved.LOL. They were first created as cross breeds between oranges and pomelos. The Infographic highlights in detail the health risks associated with harmful chemicals in fruits and vegetables. Very funny and accurate – a great article, Mark. And look at the illnesses that have rampaged unlike any we’ve seen in most of our life times.Something is not right with this crap, sorry to disagree, but I am not blind, deaf or dumb. Random hybridization is essentially how new species of plants arise – stretched out over time. Which makes what we put into it the biggest priority. I am using them because I don’t get hungry for hours. Industrial solvent-extracted seed oils, Crisco, HFCS, wheat fortified with extra gluten, acres and acres of soil-depleting monoculture crops, and (potentially troublesome) untested, unproven GMOs – our track record inspires little confidence. It is widely held belief among scientists and experts that that not only all fruit, including heirloom types are hybrids, all vegetable and animals too are hybrids. Also, we have differing views on what is “normal” these days. Reduced fruit and vegetable consumption is linked to poor health and increased risk of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). The motive behind much of the hybrid move is the patents. If you’ve ever eaten a hybrid vegetable, be sure to get your electrics tested. There is good evidence that eating a diet that includes plenty of vegetables and fruits is healthy, and official U.S. Government policy urges people to eat more of these foods. Then we eat it. Thanks for your interesting articles and humor. wrong guf-ru. Among scientists, it is believed that hybrids provide a higher number of nutrients, due to a better utilization of soil, solar resources and root systems that have enhanced its quality and resistance. are just words that are used to throw the mind of the people off who don’t study for them self. The fruit of the seed lasts a couple of seasons before the babies doesn’t produce after a couple of generations and you have to buy more seed. It is a myth that hybrid fruits and vegetables are not good for your health. Stupid question – If you want your food to be the very best go for GMO don’t bother with hybrids – those are just hit and miss . reach, research the answers are there. Comprehensive assessment of fruits and vegetables human health effects in a LCA context. Is it similar to GM? That man is preposterous. Any variation in the quality in nutrients. The simulation model shows that broad-based advertising for fruits and vegetables, either alone or as a hybrid with individual commodity-specific campaigns (e.g., apple advertising), would reduce average caloric intake per person by approximately 1800 kcal per year. Just something to think about if you are growing your own food. Whatever your opinion on GMOs, hybrids aren’t the same. I agree with David Wolfe, I feel blessed to be able to experience these very peaceful thoughts as I enjoy natural whole foods! Good vegetables and fruits for thyroid function include spinach and bananas, which may improve symptoms of hyperthyroidism and help keep your thyroid healthy. Leave it to nature and stop tampering with it! Though we’re talking about the artificial, man-enabled variety in today’s question, this phenomenon happens quite frequently in nature. Fruits and vegetables as sources of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants Fruits and vegetables play an important role in human nutrition and health, particularly as sources of vitamin C, thiamine, niacin, pyridoxine, folic acid, minerals and dietary fibre (Wargovich, 2000). I would burn their fields if it was legal. Four tablespoons on a salad or in eggs keeps you going all day! Our natural crops lack so much nutrients that the bugs of the earth count it as waste of the earth and their colonies come forth Shame on you America for doing this to our veggies and our meats. Brucelee is the strongest one, but not his son. Cause something that brilliant MUST have a maker , https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2z-OLG0KyR4. Is it true broccoli is acidic and increases carbonic acid in our body then making it hard for our body to absorb nutrients. If they get the plant to include compounds (toxins) to prevent pests from eating the plant, will those compounds be safe for human consumption? For example, pluots are fine if you tolerate apricots and plums. I can only pity those who don’t allow themselves to have this ability. Do I want to die by ms, cancer, or brain tumor? I’ve been a raw foodist for 9 years now and have made many adjustments in my diet; one being getting rid of agave nectar, which brings me to where I am today experiencing ultimate health on a raw food diet. 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