Making Eating Choices for Local and Global Goodness
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Just like businesses are discovering that green practices are good for the bottom line, a lot of us are learning that eating healthier is connected to making environmentally-friendly choices. A few weeks ago I wrote about Good Guide, a site that helps you figure out ingredients, environmental practices and how a product compares to similar brands. They just came out with a helpful list of 10 tips for Eating Healthier. Some of the ideas are common sense like avoiding processed foods and checking the sodium levels -- hint, lower sodium is better, even if salty = tasty!
Some of the other ideas include eating low on the food chain, which is another reminder that red meat is probably best limited to an occasional snack, and watching out for bright, artificial colors. Sure, hot pink M&Ms might be festive, but the dye that makes them so vivid might also contain some nasty compounds. In fact, Europe is considering eliminating some colors from use in foods!
Another tip that I hear all the time, and probably you do, too, is to eat local and organic. You'll support local farmers and businesses, which is good for the economy. You'll cut down on the amount of energy required to get food to your table, helping reduce your carbon footprint. And by eating what's fresh and in season, you'll be picking more whole foods, which are vitamin-packed and good for your body.
If you really want to take the local thing to the next level, I have it on good authority that locasexuals get more action. Getting lucky locally will also reduce your carbon footprint. Plus there are many organic and sustainable "love aids" to keep you happy, healthy and green.
Whatever you pick to put in your mouth, giving it a few minutes of thought in advance just might help you live a little better -- and longer!
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