The fact of the matter is that the food itself today is significantly deficient in nutrient density due to the poor nutritional practices of the farmers that grow the food, including much of the ‘certified organic’ food.This one has some numbers to compare.
Nutrient Dense! article: More specific and enlightening. Our world is a beautiful place.
immediate Solutions?! ideas:
Add minerals to the soil in your garden (surprisingly easy and inexpensive to do, see the article link's home pages)
Make compost (City of Gilbert can supply a free bin) out of your kitchen scraps.
Spread the word to the growers (and demand food that does not rot).
Stop using chemicals or supporting those that do (stepping into the dark with faith when appropriate, change takes time).
