What we eat has not only a direct impact on our bodies and our health, but also on the climate. Around a quarter of global greenhouse gas emissions can be attributed to the food system. The production of animal products in particular carries a lot of weight here. At the same time, a meat-heavy diet increases the risk of illnesses such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity and certain types of cancer.
In Austria, meat consumption is around 3x higher than recommended by the Austrian Nutrition Society. So better eat your veggies instead!
Because a plant-focused diet not only reduces health risks, but also cuts greenhouse gas emissions by around half!
Choosing organic products can, by the way, reduce emissions even further.
You'll find detailed information in the sources listed below.
You can read about how climate change otherwise affects our health in our knowledge snacks "Health", "Heat" and "Heat in the City".
