The single most important thing any of us can do to shrink the environmental footprint of our eating is to cut back on our meat eating -- doing so has a bigger impact than eating local or organic.
Michael Pollan
Author and food activist
Dear Readers,
Did you know that most Americans -- especially kids -- consume much more meat than vegetables? Or that young children eat more than three times the recommended amount of protein, mostly from meat?
EWG has examined the impact of Americans' eating habits on health and the environment. We want to share our eye-opening results with you.
We've assembled our findings so they're easy to read and share, along with other great resources and information. To sum up:
- Meat in moderation can be a good source of complete protein as well as iron, but that's not the whole story.Check out the guide to see how different food choices affect the environment.
- Some meats increase your exposure to toxic chemicals and are linked to health problems. Learn what to look for and what to avoid when choosing meat for your family.
- Waste less meat. Buy right-sized portions and eat what you buy. On average, uneaten meat accounts for more than 20 percent of meat's greenhouse gas emissions. See other great tips for healthier, greener eating.
I hope you'll stay tuned. We'll be sending you more information and resources!
Sincerely,
Ken Cook
President, Environmental Working Group
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