Description

What we eat affects both our bodies and the planet. In this episode, we explore the science behind sustainable eating—unpacking water use, greenhouse gas emissions, and land impacts of meat production compared to plant-based alternatives. We also discuss the proven health benefits of a vegetarian diet, and share easy, evidence-based tips like adopting one meatless day per week. This isn’t about judgment—just informed choices backed by data and grounded in what makes you feel good.

References:

https://www.health.harvard.edu/nutrition/becoming-a-vegetarian

https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/solve-climate-crisis-we-need-rethink-how-we-produce-our-food#:~:text=Beef%2C%20the%20most%20commonly%20consumed,the%20scale%20of%20animal%20agriculture

https://www.weforum.org/stories/2021/06/water-footprint-food-sustainability/#:~:text=Research%20from%20the%20Water%20Footprint,typically%20requires%20much%20less%20water

https://www.nature.com/articles/s43016-021-00225-9#:~:text=A%20third%20of%20global%20GHG,%25

What we discuss:

00:00 Introduction

00:33 Environmental Impacts of Eating Meat

02:15 Why Eating More Plants Is Good for You

04:07 Easy Tips to eat more Sustainability

06:49 Final thoughts