According to a recent article by the Los Angeles Times, one-third of humanity's contribution to green house gases comes from the global food and agricultural system. Simply put: the food we eat can be harming the environment!
More and more consumers are not only switching their light bulbs and converting to energy-efficient cars to help the environment, but are changing their diets as well.
It makes sense when you think about it. How exactly does the food that you eat get to your local supermarket? It has to be transported, which inevitably emits carbon into the ozone whether it be by boat or automobile.
Apparently, certain food even emits more carbon than others. Chicken, it turns out, has a lower carbon footprint than beef, notes the LA Times article.
Many college campuses around the country are adopting the new low-carbon diet as the latest trend. Bon Appetit Management Co. offers such a diet to over 400 campuses. Many corportate companies nationwide, such as BestBuy and Adidas, have adopted the menu as well for company events. The company promotes their "Circle of Responsibility" which takes a macro view of wellness. A healthy environment, community, and menu are vital to one's well being, said Bon Appetit.
Bon Appetit offers nutrition facts and some basic information to help get you started on a low-carbon diet.
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