There are good sources of meat that are not as damaging to the environment and prioritize the welfare of the animals. Organic and free-range meats must meet certain standards in terms of the quality of the meat and the wellbeing of the livestock. At present, these meats cost a little more than the less stringent producers, but by eating less meat you can eat better meat without spending any more. Even better, try to source organic meat locally, so that you lessen the distance it has to travel (limiting transportation emissions) and support local producers. However, the simplest and healthiest way to make a difference is simply to eat less meat – less frequently and in smaller portion sizes. Reducing meat consumption also significantly reduces your risk of diseases such as cancer, diabetes and heart disease. So eat less meat to make life better for you, the animals, and the planet.
Posted on: Fri, 28 Nov 2014 01:26:25 +0000