Does the water content differ in organic and non-organic fruits and vegetable?

Water content in organic and non-organic fruits and vegetables
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Abstract
Organic and non-organic foods today flood the market in non-equal proportions and this has presented concerns about their nutritional and health values. While multiple studies have found no significant difference in nutritional difference in their nutritional benefits, there is no information on the difference or similarity in the water contents of the two categories of fruits and vegetables. Sports personalities are expected to eat well to be able to perform and remain healthy at all times. Fruits and vegetables remain a significant component of the diet of athletes and understanding the safety of organic and non-organic foods is critical. In this investigation, therefore, the difference in water content between organic and non-organic fruits and vegetables will be evaluated. The use of synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, insecticides and other drugs may increase the level of chemical content in the water of non-organic fruits and vegetables as compared to organic products. Therefore, they may be unsafe for use by sports personalities interested in maintaining a healthy lifestyle devoid of chemicals that can affect their performance and strength.

The significance of the Investigation
Consumption of organic foods provides some health benefits including the high content of antioxidants as compared to regular or non-organic foods. Most regular diets have been associated with high levels of contaminants including toxic metals and pesticides.

Organic and non-organic foods do not just differ in their chemical components, but also on the agricultural methods adopted. Organic foods are cultivated using techniques that encourage soil and water conservation and also eliminate soil pollution. Therefore, no fertilizers or even pest or insect control approaches are used as compared to non-organic foods. Based on the differences in agricultural methods adopted for farming the two categories of fruits and vegetables, their water contents may be variable. Sports personalities embrace healthy eating, including a mix of both fruits and vegetables to improve their strength and mental capabilities (Gastol, Swiatkiewicz & Krosniak, 2012). However, with declining organically produced fruits and vegetables, the impact on the performance and health of athletes is unknown. It is therefore essential that the actual composition of the water in organic and non-organic fruits is determined to protect the lives of athletes and also eliminate involuntary doping due to the chemicals. It is therefore critical that the water contents of both organic and non-organic fruits and vegetables are determined to confirm differences in nutritional values and health benefits.
Background to the Study
Healthy eating is increasingly becoming a challenge especially in the sports industry where the focus on weight and fitness is critical. Studies have been conducted to evaluate the implications of different classes of foods. While organic foods are still favorite among the public, the availability of non-organic counterpart presents a challenge. Physically, organic and non-organic food has a close resemblance, and this affects consumer choice in the market. According to scientists at the University of Arizona, organic foods are healthy due to the method of production adopt including lack of synthetic fertilizers, sewage sludge with high levels of heavy metals or even genetic engineering. Non-organic foods, as a result, are manufactured and not naturally grown due to sewage sludge, contamination with fertilizers and use of pesticides and drugs. According to reports from Mayo Clinic, the assumption that organic foods are not more nutritious as compared to non-organic food is mythical. A review of multiple studies confirmed that while organic foods may be produced conventionally, the nutritional value is no different from non-organic foods (Gastol, Swiatkiewicz & Krosniak, 2012). However, the evidence does not rule out the possibility that the two categories of food may have different nutritional benefits.
Organic and Non-Organic Fruits and Vegetables in Athletes
While studies may indicate that there is no difference in the nutritional content of organic and non-organic foods, the impacts on the performance of athletes are still unknown. Athletes are generally expected to have meals with high carbohydrate content such as grains, fruits, vegetables and even dairy. Their meals should also include proteins and low fat to perform well without the possibility of facing the accusation of doping or using performance-enhancing chemicals (Gastol, Swiatkiewicz & Krosniak, 2012). To understand this, therefore, it is critical that the water content of organic and non-organic fruits and vegetables is compared to understand potential health and nutritional value of sports personalities.

Reference
Gastol, M., Swiatkiewicz, D. & Krosniak, M. (2012). Organic versus conventional – a comparative study on quality and nutritional value of fruit and vegetable juices. Biological agriculture and horticulture, 27(3), 310-319.