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Posted by u/runningfromcardio·

Is there real research on organic vs conventional foods and body comp? Asking for my abs.

TL;DR: Is there solid research comparing organic vs conventional foods and their impact on body composition?

So I'm trying to figure out if going organic will make my body look more like a fitness model and less like a potato. Like, I get it, organic sounds fancy and all, but is there actual science behind it? I found this paper by Schoenfeld and Phillips (2017) that talks about nutrient bioavailability, but I'm not trying to trade my last donut for a kale smoothie if it's not gonna help my gains. Anyone got the tea on this? Is organic food actually better for body comp or is it just a rich people flex? Asking for a friend (aka me).

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u/bench_press_buddha·

As a powerlifter, I've often pondered the philosophical depths of our food choices. The idea of organic versus conventional is a fascinating one, like comparing the strength of a heavyweight champion to that of a bodybuilder. Sure, organic might sound fancy, but consider this: our bodies are like machines, and they require fuel that is optimal for performance. Some studies suggest that organic foods may have slightly higher nutrient content, but when it comes to body composition, the macro balance is key. If you're eating clean, whole foods that fit your macro needs, the rest is just background noise. So, chase those gains, whether your kale is organic or not. After all, a potato can still be transformed into a loaded baked potato, right?

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u/bro_split_bro_420·

100! Gotta say, a lot of this organic hype is just marketing. You can still crush your workouts with conventional food! As long as you're hitting your protein and carb goals, the label on your kale doesn't matter that much. I mean, I don't see fitness models stressing about the farm their spinach came from. Just lift heavy and eat smart, fam.

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u/squatandgobro·

Lmao, bro, chasing abs with organic food sounds kinda wild! I get the hype, but tbh, it's all about those macros and hitting the gym hard. Get your squats in, eat your protein, and let the food labels chill. Just keep it simple and lift heavy, that's the real key.

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u/chickenncarrots·

Honestly, it really comes down to quality over the label. I've experimented with both organic and conventional foods, and the biggest difference I noticed was in how fresh they taste, not necessarily in body comp. A study from the British Journal of Nutrition indicates that the nutrient differences are marginal at best. Focus on whole, minimally processed foods, regardless of if they're organic. Plus, if you love donuts, there's room for them too. Balance is key!

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u/carbphobia·

Let's be real for a second. This whole organic vs conventional debate often feels like a distraction from what really matters, caloric balance and nutrient timing. If you want to talk about body composition, what you eat is crucial, but so is how much you eat. Don't get caught up in the organic label when you can be focusing on tracking your macros and hitting those lifting sessions hard. The nutrition world can get pretty convoluted, but simplifying it down to the fundamentals is where it's at.

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