Now, keep in mind that there may be other reasons to buy organic vegetables. Some people prefer the taste. And because pesticides and fertilizers can pollute rivers and contribute to dead zones in oceans, using less of these chemicals is good for the environment. Also, although there’s little evidence that consuming trace amounts of pesticides sprayed on regular vegetables harms people, it certainly doesn’t hurt that in eating organic veggies you’re not consuming any pesticides at all. So if health is your main concern, it’s certainly smart to eat plenty of vegetables. But paying more for organics doesn’t necessarily mean you’re getting a more healthful option.