A newly published review by Pashaei et al. (2024) concludes that the mushroom is a good nutritional and environmental meat substitute as it has less environmental impact, including lower carbon, water, and land footprints compared to red meat, including beef and mutton (lamb) (Pashaei et al., 2024). Nutritional benefits of mushrooms In terms of mushrooms’Continue reading “Edible mushrooms as an alternative to animal protein for having a more sustainable diet”
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New study highlights freezer’s potential to reduce food waste and greenhouse gas emissions
“A national survey found that discarded frozen items make up about 6% of wasted household food in the United States. Based on frozen food’s relatively small contribution to food waste and other findings in the study, researchers say urging consumers to stock their freezers might be one way to prevent premature disposal of food. Results showedContinue reading “New study highlights freezer’s potential to reduce food waste and greenhouse gas emissions”
Beans and peas rank as best meat and milk replacement from nutritional, health, environmental and cost perspectives: New study
Beans and peas rank best as meat and milk replacement from nutritional, health, environmental, and cost perspectives, a new study published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) has found. “They outperformed processed products like veggie burgers and plant milks, but also lab-grown meat which ranked worst.” (Springmann, 2024; Environmental InstituteContinue reading “Beans and peas rank as best meat and milk replacement from nutritional, health, environmental and cost perspectives: New study”
Eating more plant protein lowers the risk of heart disease: New research
In a 30-year study of American adults published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (Glenn et al., 2024), “researchers found that individuals who consumed the highest ratio of plant-based protein to animal-based protein had a 19% lower risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and a 27% lower risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) compared toContinue reading “Eating more plant protein lowers the risk of heart disease: New research”
How microplastics may alter gut health: New research & strategies for limiting plastic pollution
A new review published in the journal Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology has concluded that microplastics may alter gut health (Bora et al., 2024). Microplastics are small particles of plastic less than five millimeters long; they are found in many food and beverage products including beer. They are also present in water bottles, seafood,Continue reading “How microplastics may alter gut health: New research & strategies for limiting plastic pollution”
How much food does the world waste? What we know, and what we don’t
Globally, approximately 40% of food is either lost or wasted along the value chain, exposing a major blind spot in food systems. And while 40% of the world’s food is wasted or lost annually, millions of people across the globe face hunger. This fact alone should help us think more critically about the food onContinue reading “How much food does the world waste? What we know, and what we don’t”
Sorghum, a sustainable grain, may have anti-diabetes and anti-inflammatory properties: New research
A recent study conducted by researchers at Hokkaido University and the University of Sydney has unveiled the health benefits of sorghum. “The team identified unique lipids that were known to have anti-diabetic and anti-inflammatory properties” named fatty acid esters of hydroxy fatty acids (FAHFAs) and characterized the diverse lipid profiles among six sorghum cultivars. ThisContinue reading “Sorghum, a sustainable grain, may have anti-diabetes and anti-inflammatory properties: New research”
Nearly 200 potential breast cancer carcinogens detected in food packaging and other food contact materials: New study
In a study published in Frontiers in Toxicology on September 24, 2024 (Parkinson et al., 2024), researchers from the Food Packaging Forum identified 189 potential and confirmed mammary carcinogens that have been detected in food contact materials (FCMs) on the market. This study “shows that there is a huge opportunity for prevention of human exposure to breast cancer-causing chemicals,” said JaneContinue reading “Nearly 200 potential breast cancer carcinogens detected in food packaging and other food contact materials: New study”
October 16: World Food Day 2024: Right to Foods for a Better Life and a Better Future – Leave No One Behind
“This year’s #WorldFoodDay theme, “Right to foods for a better life and a better future” spotlights the importance of diversity, nutrition, affordability, accessibility as well as the safety and sustainability of foods, raising awareness about how a greater diversity of nutritious foods should be available in our fields, fishing nets, markets, and on our tables, for the benefit of all. Today, hunger is often worsenedContinue reading “October 16: World Food Day 2024: Right to Foods for a Better Life and a Better Future – Leave No One Behind”
September 29: International Day of Awareness on Food Loss and Waste: Stop food loss and waste. For the people. For the Planet.
September 29, 2024 is the fifth observance of the International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste (IDAFLW). This year’s theme is: ‘Climate Finance for Food Loss and Waste Reduction.’ This day highlights the critical need for financing to bolster efforts to reduce food loss and waste, contribute to achieving climate goals and advancing the 2030Continue reading “September 29: International Day of Awareness on Food Loss and Waste: Stop food loss and waste. For the people. For the Planet.”
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