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International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD)
Special Issue on Emerging Trends and Innovations in Web-Based Applications and Technologies
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The Role of Organic Diets in Managing Chronic Diseases:
A Comprehensive Review

Saloni Ghode , Riya Kinhekar , Prof. Anupam Chaube
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1,2,3 Department of Science and Technology,
1,2,3 G H Raisoni College of Engineering and Management, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India

ABSTRACT overall health and reducing the risks associated with chronic
Chronic diseases, including diabetes, cardiovascular diseases.
conditions, and cancer, continue to pose significant
This paper aims to explore the role of organic diets in
challenges to global health. Amid growing interest in
dietary interventions, organic diets have emerged as a managing chronic diseases, focusing on their influence on
promising approach to disease prevention and inflammation, oxidative stress, and metabolic health. It
examines the scientific evidence supporting the health
management. This review provides a detailed analysis of
the potential role of organic diets in addressing chronic benefits of organic diets, identifies gaps in current research,
diseases by examining their nutritional benefits, reduced and discusses the broader implications for public health and
sustainability. By addressing the potential of organic
chemical exposure, and environmental sustainability.
nutrition as a complementary strategy for disease
Organic foods are characterized by higher levels of essential
prevention and management, this study contributes to the
nutrients, antioxidants, and bioactive compounds, coupled
growing discourse on sustainable and health-focused dietary
with minimal exposure to synthetic pesticides and
interventions.
additives. These qualities may contribute to reduced
inflammation, improved metabolic health, and enhanced Objective
immune function. The paper synthesizes current evidence The objective of this study is to critically evaluate the role of
from clinical studies, epidemiological research, and meta- organic diets in managing and preventing chronic diseases
analyses to evaluate the effectiveness of organic diets in such as diabetes, cardiovascular disorders, obesity, and
mitigating risk factors and progression of chronic illnesses. cancer. This includes examining the nutritional advantages
Additionally, the review highlights challenges such as of organic foods, their impact on key health markers such as
affordability, accessibility, and gaps in long-term research. inflammation and oxidative stress, and their potential to
By offering an original perspective on the interplay reduce exposure to harmful chemicals like pesticides and
between organic diets and chronic disease management, synthetic additives. Furthermore, the study aims to explore
this review underscores the need for integrating organic the environmental sustainability of organic farming practices
nutrition into public health policies and encourages further and how these align with public health goals. By identifying
investigation into its long-term benefits. gaps in existing research, the study seeks to provide a

foundation for future investigations and to inform public
KEYWORDS: Organic diets, chronic disease management, health strategies focused on integrating organic diets into
inflammation, antioxidants, metabolic health, sustainable chronic disease management frameworks.
nutrition, public health, dietary interventions, organic Materials and Methods
farming, chemical exposure. This comprehensive review was conducted to evaluate the
role of organic diets in managing chronic diseases. The study
INTRODUCTION followed a systematic approach to collect, analyse, and
Chronic diseases, such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases,
synthesize relevant data from peer-reviewed scientific
obesity, and cancer, are leading causes of morbidity and
literature, including observational studies, randomized
mortality worldwide, accounting for a significant proportion
controlled trials, and meta-analyses.
of healthcare costs and societal burdens. These conditions
are often linked to lifestyle factors, with diet playing a 1. Literature Search:
central role in both their development and management. In A thorough search of databases such as PubMed, Scopus, and
recent years, there has been growing interest in the impact Web of Science was performed using keywords like "organic
of organic diets on health outcomes, particularly in the diets," "chronic disease management," "inflammation,"
context of chronic disease prevention and mitigation. "antioxidants," "metabolic health," and "chemical exposure."
Articles published in English over the past two decades were
Organic diets, derived from farming systems that emphasize prioritized to ensure the inclusion of recent and relevant
natural processes and avoid synthetic chemicals, have gained studies.
attention for their potential nutritional and environmental
advantages. Organic foods are generally perceived to have 2. Inclusion Criteria:
higher levels of essential nutrients, antioxidants, and Studies were included if they met the following criteria:
bioactive compounds while being free from harmful residues Focused on the health effects of organic diets.
such as pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, and genetically
Investigated chronic diseases such as diabetes,
modified organisms (GMOs). These attributes position
cardiovascular disorders, cancer, or obesity. Reported
organic diets as a promising intervention for improving
measurable health outcomes (e.g., inflammation levels,

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