A Planet-Friendly Diet Can Make You Live Longer! One Green Planet [Video]

A recent study highlights the impact of adopting a planet-friendly diet, which emphasizes fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. This dietary approach not only significantly reduces the risk of premature death by nearly one-third but also dramatically decreases the release of greenhouse gases that contribute to Climate change.

“Eating more whole plant foods, less animal foods, and less highly processed foods is better for people and planet alike,” remarked Dr. David Katz, an expert in preventive and lifestyle medicine, who was not involved in the study. Katz, the founder of the nonprofit True Health Initiative, emphasized that such dietary patterns are beneficial for both human health and sustainability.

The climate crisis is deeply intertwined with food production. Raising livestock for human consumption demands vast agricultural land, leading to deforestation, biodiversity loss, and water Pollution. Methane emissions from livestock, especially cattle, sheep, and goats, are particularly concerning. According to the UN Environment Programme, methane is 80 times more …