EP 182 - Intersection of Climate Change with the Food we Eat & Food we don’t eat; Intersection of Diet and Environment

In our daily lives, we often overlook the significant impact our food choices have on our health and the environment. The relationship between what we eat and our surroundings is profound, influencing climate change, resource consumption, and overall environmental well-being. Understanding this connection empowers us to make informed decisions that positively affect our health and the world around us.

Our environment plays a pivotal role in determining the foods available to us, based on factors like climate, geography, and agricultural practices. Climate change, primarily caused by human activities, is exacerbated by our current food system, leading to greenhouse gas emissions and environmental degradation. Choosing more plant-based foods, sourced locally and seasonally, can help reduce our carbon footprint and mitigate the impact of our food choices on climate change.

The food industry's impact on the environment also influences consumer choices, with intensive animal agriculture contributing to greenhouse gas emissions. Our environment's influence on food choices also affects our health, with diets high in processed and calorie-dense foods associated with obesity and chronic diseases.

Host Bernice Butler explores and unpacks this with guests, Paul Behrens and Joy Youwakim who help us understand what we can do to help drive solutions.

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