The Benefits of Eating a Plant-Based Diet for the Environment and Your Health
The Benefits of Eating a Plant-Based Diet for the Environment and Your Health Welcome back to Green Habits , your go-to source for practical tips and ideas for living a more sustainable lifestyle . In this article, we want to explore the benefits of eating a plant-based diet for both the environment and your health. A plant-based diet is one that is based on whole, unprocessed plant foods , such as fruits, vegetables, legumes, grains, and nuts. 1. A plant-based diet is better for the environment The production of animal-based foods , such as meat, dairy, and eggs, has a much larger environmental impact than the production of plant-based foods . Animal agriculture is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions , water pollution , and deforestation . It takes significantly more resources, such as water and land, to produce animal-based foods compared to plant-based foods . By choosing plant-based foods , you can help to reduce your environmental impact and