For me ‘Eating Green’ is about eating a diet that is healthy for me and the planet
In the Western world in the 21st century, having food to eat is not a problem for most. In fact, quite the opposite – we have countless supermarkets and restaurants offering food from every corner of the globe – the choices are endless. However, the nutritional and ethical value of the food we eat is often questionable. By trying to ‘eat green’ I’m considering …
Nutritional value of the food
Where it has come from
How it’s production effects the environment
The choices I’m making to ‘eat green’ are:
Grow My Own Veg
Reasons:
- Organic
- Fresh = nutrient rich
- No air miles
- Connects me with nature
- No preservatives or additives
Plant-based Diet
Reasons:
- Environmental benefits
- Health benefits
- Don’t particularly like meat
- Don’t want to eat animals
Eating ‘Real Food’
Reasons:
- Wholefood is nutrient rich
- Wholefood supports a healthy body
- Preservatives are often chemicals which are not good for you
Foraging
Reasons:
- Seasonal
- Local
- Free
- Food you can’t buy in shops
- Connects me with nature