Question

Are hydroponically grown vegetables healthy?

Answer 1

Hydroponics

1. It is a method of growing plants without a soil medium solely in a nutrient-rich aquatic medium.
2. This requires a continuous flow of nutrient-rich water to plant and can be grown all year round.
3. Various crops such as lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, strawberries, etc are grown using hydroponics.

Hydroponically grown vegetables

1. Plants that are grown hydroponically absorb more nutrients from the water solution as there is continuous replenishment for the plants.
2. Due to the absence of soil, nutrients in the water medium can be optimized for the plants so they can absorb more.
3. Well-maintained hydroponic crops are healthy and devoid of pests and diseases.
4. Vegetables that are grown using hydroponics have proved to be more healthy and nutritious.