The Power of a Planetary Health Diet
Shifting to a plant-based diet globally could avert 15 million deaths annually and reduce agricultural emissions by 15%, according to the EAT-Lancet Commission. The findings highlight how food systems are central to addressing climate change and human health challenges. The report calls for dietary changes, particularly in high-income countries.
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The EAT-Lancet Commission's latest report emphasizes the dramatic impact a global shift to plant-based diets could have, potentially saving 15 million lives annually and decreasing agricultural emissions by 15%. Researchers assert that current food systems significantly contribute to climate change, urging reforms especially in wealthier nations.
Study co-author Johan Rockstrom highlights that without transitioning away from unsustainable food practices, efforts to tackle climate change and biodiversity loss will falter. The commission recommends a 'planetary health diet' that balances grains, fruits, and limited animal protein, proposing modest meat consumption as a preventive measure against climate impact.
The report also underscores the inequities within the current food system, noting that nearly half the global population lacks access to adequate food and livelihoods. Researchers hope upcoming UN climate talks will incorporate these insights to form resilient national policies, propelling global stability and health.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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