Sustainability Plant-Based Articles - Center for Nutrition Studies https://nutritionstudies.org/t/sustainability/ Food. Science. Health. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:23:03 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 Tipping Points and Food https://nutritionstudies.org/tipping-points-and-food/ Mon, 22 Dec 2025 14:58:36 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=56611 In recent years, the phrase environmental tipping points has moved from scientific journals into public conversation. It now appears in climate reports, headlines, and policy debates, most recently and comprehensively in The Global Tipping Points Report for 2025.[1] Yet tipping points are not abstract metaphors or tools of alarm. They describe real, measurable processes within … Continued

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Written by Steven Disla.

]]> From Survival to Thrival: Connecting with Our Food, Our Planet, and Our True Selves https://nutritionstudies.org/from-survival-to-thrival-connecting-with-our-food-our-planet-and-our-true-selves/ Tue, 14 Oct 2025 14:22:01 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=55913 My name is Jose Rosa, and I am the founder of The Thrival Network and co-creator of Everest Eats, a plant-based culinary and wellness brand based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. My journey into a whole-food plant-based lifestyle began in 2016 through my wife, Katy. While she was studying environmental science, one of her first classes opened … Continued

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Written by Jose Rosa.

]]> A Perennial Future: Agriculture’s Next Evolution https://nutritionstudies.org/a-perennial-future-agricultures-next-evolution/ Wed, 01 Oct 2025 18:29:43 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=55615 For much of modern history, agriculture has relied on annual crops like corn, soy, and wheat. These crops dominate farmland and anchor global markets, but their short lifespans come at a steep ecological cost. In the conventional agriculture systems that dominate today, annual fields must be plowed, seeded, fertilized, and sprayed every year, creating constant … Continued

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Written by Steven Disla.

]]> How to Reduce Your Water Footprint through Smarter Food Choices https://nutritionstudies.org/how-to-reduce-your-water-footprint-through-smarter-food-choices/ Mon, 14 Jul 2025 16:20:57 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=54961 Water is often described as the most essential element for life on Earth, yet it is a resource we frequently take for granted, especially when it comes to the food we eat. While we may be mindful of turning off the faucet while brushing our teeth or fixing leaky taps, the vast majority of our … Continued

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Written by Steven Disla.

]]> How Our Food Choices Could Help Reforest the Planet https://nutritionstudies.org/how-our-food-choices-could-help-reforest-the-planet/ Mon, 16 Jun 2025 13:42:49 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=54834 The global food system lies at the center of some of today’s most urgent environmental challenges, including climate change, biodiversity loss, and deforestation. Yet it also offers one of our greatest opportunities: the chance to reforest vast areas of the planet by rethinking what we eat. Nearly half of the world’s habitable land is currently … Continued

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Written by Steven Disla.

]]> How to Plant a Fruit Tree Guild for a Resilient Backyard https://nutritionstudies.org/how-to-plant-a-fruit-tree-guild-for-a-resilient-backyard/ Wed, 11 Jun 2025 19:23:06 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=54803 If you are looking for a beautiful, resilient way to rewild some or all of your backyard, look no further than tree guilds. Also known as a permaculture garden, a tree guild is centered around a fruit or nut tree and incorporates a diverse group of plants that work together in harmony. What Is a … Continued

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Written by Jackie Lutze.

]]> Supporting Pollinators in Your Backyard https://nutritionstudies.org/supporting-pollinators-in-your-backyard/ Mon, 19 May 2025 13:56:37 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=54548 The next time you are biting into a fresh apple or crafting a delicious salad, be sure to thank pollinators. Pollinators are responsible for one out of every three bites of food we take every day.[1] Three-fourths of the flowering plants worldwide and 35 percent of the global food crop depend on pollinators to reproduce.[2] … Continued

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Written by Jackie Lutze.

]]> Can Organic Farming Feed the World? https://nutritionstudies.org/can-organic-farming-feed-the-world/ Mon, 07 Apr 2025 19:23:04 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=54143 In the ongoing debate between conventional and organic farming, it’s commonly believed that conventional agriculture is necessary to meet the growing global demand for food. However, decades of research from the Rodale Institute show that organic farming can not only match but often outperform conventional methods in terms of yield, sustainability, and profitability.

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Written by Steven Disla.

]]> Fish Farming and Aquatic Life https://nutritionstudies.org/fish-farming-and-aquatic-life/ Mon, 13 Jan 2025 15:20:50 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=53454 Aquatic ecosystems worldwide are facing severe challenges according to nearly every available metric. Recent reports indicate that shark and stingray populations have been halved since 1970, trends which echo earlier studies showing a 49% decline in fish populations between 1970 and 2012.[1][2] Today, nearly 90% of global marine fish stocks are fully exploited, overexploited, or … Continued

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Written by Steven Disla.

]]> Lifeless Soils Will Be the Death of Us https://nutritionstudies.org/lifeless-soils-will-be-the-death-of-us/ Thu, 22 Aug 2024 15:32:23 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=52618 The world’s topsoil is endangered. About a decade ago, a senior UN official made the widely-publicized claim that this most important natural resource, on which our survival depends, will be gone within 60 years if current rates of soil loss continue.[1] “The causes of soil destruction include chemical-heavy farming techniques, deforestation which increases erosion, and … Continued

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Written by Nelson Huber-Disla.

]]> Three Often Overlooked Hazards of Animal Agriculture https://nutritionstudies.org/three-often-overlooked-hazards-of-animal-agriculture/ Wed, 10 Jul 2024 19:36:39 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=52493 Many people know that animal agriculture is far less environmentally sustainable and that diets containing excessive amounts of animal-based foods compromise our health in numerous ways. Most of our resources at the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies (CNS) relate to these concerns (you can learn more about Food and Sustainability or Plant-Based Nutrition … Continued

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Written by Nelson Huber-Disla.

]]> Industrial Agriculture Is a Zombie Paradigm (Video) https://nutritionstudies.org/industrial-agriculture-is-a-zombie-paradigm-video/ Fri, 21 Jun 2024 14:00:20 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=52394 Andrew Kimbrell is an internationally recognized public interest attorney, public speaker, and author. He is the founder and executive director of Center for Food Safety. As an attorney, Kimbrell has successfully challenged federal agencies in several historic court cases. He initiated the court challenge that resulted in a US Supreme Court victory forcing, for the … Continued

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]]> Plant-Based Diets Radically Reduce Food Waste https://nutritionstudies.org/plant-based-diets-radically-reduce-food-waste/ Fri, 23 Feb 2024 13:15:34 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=51886 Food waste is a global concern. If we could tackle food waste reduction, might the profligacy inherent to our food production systems be less consequential?

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Written by Nelson Huber-Disla.

]]> Assessing the Top Nutrition Trends of 2023 (Part One) https://nutritionstudies.org/assessing-the-top-nutrition-trends-of-2023-part-one/ Fri, 01 Dec 2023 07:43:01 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=51336 It’s often helpful to take a step back and look at trends. As indicators of the prevailing sentiments and interests within a society, they offer a compelling snapshot of broad cultural attitudes at a given time. Here we analyze the top 2023 nutritional trends.

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Written by Nelson Huber-Disla.

]]> Do We Need Animal Foods to Meet Global Protein Requirements? https://nutritionstudies.org/do-we-need-animal-foods-to-meet-global-protein-requirements/ Fri, 04 Aug 2023 12:35:41 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=49335 We have a bad habit of persistently conflating protein with animal foods. It’s on the restaurant menus. When it’s not at the forefront of our thoughts, it’s in the back of our minds. The idea is so deeply entrenched that one of the first questions a non-meat-eater must confront from friends and family is, inevitably, … Continued

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Written by Nelson Huber-Disla.

]]> ​​How Much Land Could 100 Americans Conserve by Switching Their Diets? https://nutritionstudies.org/how-much-land-could-100-americans-conserve-by-switching-their-diets/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 09:03:54 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=49176 In recent years, the debate around what constitutes a “sustainable diet” has led to much discussion. So, as a thought experiment, we analyze the impact that would come from 100 people currently eating the standard American diet switch to a fully plant-based diet.

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Written by Steven Disla.

]]> Reducing Global Hunger With Whole Food, Plant-Based Diets https://nutritionstudies.org/reducing-global-hunger-with-whole-food-plant-based-diets/ Fri, 23 Jun 2023 09:38:10 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=48769 Switching to a whole food, plant-based (WFPB) diet is one of the single most effective actions individuals can take to benefit themselves and global society.

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Written by Frank Dixon.

]]> Air Pollution and Industrialized Livestock https://nutritionstudies.org/air-pollution-and-industrialized-livestock/ Fri, 28 Apr 2023 13:55:36 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=47761 For a long time, we have understood that agriculture is a major contributor to air pollution, but only recently has there been an effort to determine the relative impact of specific foods or diets.

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Written by Steven Disla.

]]> Is Organic Meat a Healthy Option? https://nutritionstudies.org/is-organic-meat-a-healthy-option/ Fri, 07 Apr 2023 13:47:24 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=47204 Grass-fed bed is more popular than ever before as consumers look for “healthier” and “cleaner” meat options. But is organic meat really a “cleaner” option?

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Written by Nelson Huber-Disla.

]]> What is the Delusion of Eradication? (Video) https://nutritionstudies.org/what-is-the-delusion-of-eradication/ Thu, 16 Mar 2023 12:29:53 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=46713 One of the core tenets of industrial agriculture is that we can dominate nature, bending natural processes to fit our will and design. But what are the consequences?

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]]> Can Agriculture Prevent Earth’s Sixth Mass Extinction? https://nutritionstudies.org/can-agriculture-prevent-earths-sixth-mass-extinction/ Wed, 15 Feb 2023 05:43:15 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=46193 The effort to combat the ongoing biodiversity crisis, which has led many to conclude we are currently entering and experiencing Earth’s sixth mass extinction event. Unlike the previous five extinction events, the current one is caused by the activity of a single species—humans.

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Written by Steven Disla.

]]> The Environmental Case For Free-Range Livestock? https://nutritionstudies.org/free-range-livestock/ Sun, 29 Jan 2023 12:24:48 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=45751 The agricultural system is designed to provide for diets high in animal products. Nine in ten Americans consume meat regularly, and three in five agree that eating red meat is part of the American way of life. This attitude and practice run contrary to the science of nutrition.

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]]> Consolidation in the Food System https://nutritionstudies.org/consolidation-in-the-food-system/ Wed, 09 Nov 2022 09:15:56 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=44839 This month a mega-merger was announced between Kroger and Albertsons that could have large ramifications for grocery shopping in American supermarkets while continuing the trend toward further consolidation.

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Written by Steven Disla.

]]> Imagining the Possibility of a Healthier and More Sustainable Human Presence on Earth https://nutritionstudies.org/imagining-the-possibility-of-a-healthier-and-more-sustainable-human-presence-on-earth/ Wed, 18 May 2022 14:00:24 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=42616 I had been working for almost 20 years as a leader in a New Thought church, and I believed my work made a meaningful contribution to humanity. I was overseeing programs for children and families, praying with people, helping lead a program for incarcerated men, and more. I thought I would be working there for … Continued

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Written by Beth Love.

]]> Is Vegan Milk as Sustainable as We Think? https://nutritionstudies.org/is-vegan-milk-as-sustainable-as-we-think/ Sat, 12 Mar 2022 14:00:40 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=41667 How do plant-based milks compare to dairy milk in terms of greenhouse gas emissions and resource use, and which is the best plant-based milk for you?

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Written by Lily Tomlinson.

]]> Now Is the Time for Direct Action https://nutritionstudies.org/now-is-the-time-for-direct-action/ Tue, 22 Feb 2022 16:48:18 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=41421 Helping the environment isn’t as tricky as we think. Actions like learning plant-based recipes, reading food labels, and supporting local farmers’ markets can have a long-lasting impact.

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Written by Meryl Fury, RN.

]]> 6 Wild Foods That Taste, Smell, or Feel Like Candy https://nutritionstudies.org/6-wild-foods-that-taste-smell-or-feel-like-candy/ Fri, 12 Nov 2021 14:00:36 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=39915 Satiating your sweet tooth doesn't have to come at the expense of your health. Lots of artificial sweet treats and their flavors, textures, and feel are inspired by nature.

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Written by Josh Wayne, MSW, MPH.

]]> From Plant to Planet: Nudge your way towards healthier, more sustainable food habits (Book Excerpt) https://nutritionstudies.org/book-excerpt-from-plant-to-planet-nudge-your-way-towards-healthier-more-sustainable-food-habits/ Tue, 02 Nov 2021 21:13:39 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=39845 In this excerpt, authors of From Plant to Planet identify and address the most common barriers that prevent dietary lifestyle change.

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Written by Vivienne Alexa Robinson & Poornima Luthra, PhD.

]]> Karen Washington: How Food Shapes Our Communities https://nutritionstudies.org/karen-washington-how-food-shapes-our-communities/ Mon, 25 Oct 2021 17:51:27 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=39755 Colleen Alexander sat down with Karen Washington to hear her perspective on how food shapes neighborhoods and communities, either for the better or worse.

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Written by Colleen Alexander, MA.

]]> Regenerative Grazing: Not As Sustainable As We Think https://nutritionstudies.org/regenerative-grazing-not-as-sustainable-as-we-think/ Fri, 24 Sep 2021 14:00:44 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=39204 Regenerative grazing might sound like an upgrade from conventional agriculture, but is it sustainable? Do its benefits outweigh the concerns?

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Written by Colleen Alexander, MA.

]]> 3 Trees With Edible and Nutritious Leaves https://nutritionstudies.org/3-trees-with-edible-and-nutritious-leaves/ Mon, 20 Sep 2021 14:58:54 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=39012 Most people think of spinach and kale when they think of “leafy greens.” Joshua Wayne, our favorite forager, is here to point us toward another source of edible leafy greens: the trees. Some of these edible tree leaves may even be in your backyard.

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Written by Josh Wayne, MSW, MPH.

]]> Chef Del’s Plant-Based Secret Ingredients https://nutritionstudies.org/chef-dels-secret-garden-gems-garlic-scapes-carrot-tops-beet-greens/ Mon, 30 Aug 2021 13:13:10 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=38642 Most people are used to throwing away perfectly edible, nutritious, and tasty plant parts. Learn how you can use them to elevate your cooking!

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Written by Chef Del Sroufe.

]]> Book Excerpt: I Am Not a Tractor! How Florida Farmworkers Took On the Fast Food Giants and Won https://nutritionstudies.org/book-excerpt-i-am-not-a-tractor-how-florida-farmworkers-took-on-the-fast-food-giants-and-won/ Fri, 30 Jul 2021 18:04:22 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=38032 How did the modest tomato not only help increase farm workers’ wages but also improve their safety and working conditions? This excerpt from the book I Am Not a Tractor! How Florida Farmworkers Took On the Fast Food Giants and Won gives you a teaser into just that.

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Written by Susan L. Marquis, PhD.

]]> AmaruArts Preserves Culture & Diversity of Life in the Andes With Agriculture & Nutrition https://nutritionstudies.org/amaruarts-preserves-culture-diversity-of-life-in-the-andes-with-agriculture-nutrition/ Mon, 12 Jul 2021 19:38:30 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=37556 What can we learn from the ancient agricultural practices of Indigenous peoples, and how might those lessons be used to improve health today?

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Written by Valentina Benavides.

]]> UGROW Garden Network Puts Permaculture into Practice https://nutritionstudies.org/ugrow-garden-network-puts-permaculture-into-practice/ Tue, 22 Jun 2021 13:00:58 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=37246 Supporting over 60 community gardens and 500 gardeners throughout Worcester, MA, UGROW is bringing communities together for sustainable change.

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Written by Grace Sliwoski.

]]> Are U.S. Honey Bees Sustainable? https://nutritionstudies.org/are-u-s-honey-bees-sustainable/ Mon, 21 Jun 2021 15:52:23 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=37268 There’s no doubt pollinators help the environment, but focusing efforts on honey bee populations rather than native species may be doing more harm than good.

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Written by Josh Wayne, MSW, MPH.

]]> Can Using Regenerative Practices Save Agriculture? https://nutritionstudies.org/can-using-regenerative-practices-save-agriculture/ Sat, 05 Jun 2021 13:00:26 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=36964 The term “regenerative agriculture” may be new to you, but it has a long history. Here we discuss what regenerative agriculture is, whether it’s a realistic process to adopt, as well as its criticisms and benefits.

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Written by Theresa “Sam” Houghton.

]]> Student Spotlight: Mike Garcia https://nutritionstudies.org/student-spotlight-mike-garcia/ Wed, 19 May 2021 15:17:11 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=36725 Environmental horticulturist, 15-year vegan, and former student of two CNS certificate programs, Mike Garcia tells us his personal story and provides his expertise and several pearls of wisdom in this spotlight.

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Written by Mike Garcia.

]]> Protech Eco-Green Practices Sustainable Farming & Agroforestry in Kenya https://nutritionstudies.org/protech-eco-green-practices-sustainable-farming-agroforestry-in-kenya/ Wed, 12 May 2021 13:00:53 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=36435 By supporting farmers, Protech Eco-Green supports the health and economy of a community in Kenya. This is critical in times of severe, unpredictable climate change.

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Written by Nancy Kadenyi and Bonventure Makhaya.

]]> 5 Steps to Start Foraging https://nutritionstudies.org/5-steps-to-start-foraging/ Mon, 10 May 2021 16:28:45 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=36537 Foraging can be a fun and sustainable way to source food, but where do you start? Here are 5 steps to help you forage local, tasty plants.

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Written by Josh Wayne, MSW, MPH.

]]> How to Start a Sustainable At-Home Garden https://nutritionstudies.org/how-to-start-a-sustainable-at-home-garden/ Mon, 03 May 2021 13:42:16 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=36387 Sustainable gardening is great for the planet and for your health, there’s no doubt about that, but the endeavor can feel a little daunting at first. Have no fear, though: these practical tips will help you acquire green thumb status this growing season!

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Written by Theresa “Sam” Houghton.

]]> 5 Mushrooms to Replace Fish in Your Diet https://nutritionstudies.org/5-mushrooms-that-can-replace-fish-in-your-diet/ Wed, 21 Apr 2021 14:54:38 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=35900 These 5 mushrooms have tastes and textures that will make it ever-so-easy to swap them for meat and fish in your diet!

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Written by Josh Wayne, MSW, MPH.

]]> 5 Climate Change Crisis Facts That Will Inspire Your Green Journey https://nutritionstudies.org/5-climate-change-crisis-facts-that-will-inspire-your-green-journey/ Fri, 16 Apr 2021 20:17:22 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=35840 It can be overwhelming to ponder what is most hurting the environment versus what is most helping. We outline five climate crisis facts that can help.

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Written by Anna Keeve.

]]> Solar One’s Stuyvesant Cove Park Connects Residents to a Unique Urban Food Source https://nutritionstudies.org/solar-ones-stuyvesant-cove-park-connects-residents-to-a-unique-urban-food-source/ Wed, 14 Apr 2021 13:53:34 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=35740 With the help of a CNS grant, Solar One reconnects people with food, the climate crisis, and a “living laboratory” of regenerative urban permaculture.

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Written by Candace Thompson.

]]> How Is Cell-Cultured Meat Changing the Future of Food? https://nutritionstudies.org/how-is-cell-cultured-meat-changing-the-future-of-food/ Thu, 08 Apr 2021 13:00:57 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=35651 Here we take a look at cell-cultured meat and whether it has a place at the table within a healthy diet, including with a whole food, plant-based diet. Although science is getting closer, many consumers and scientists alike remain unconvinced.

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Written by Theresa “Sam” Houghton.

]]> Farm to Pantry Program Delivers Local Organic Food to Low-Income Communities https://nutritionstudies.org/farm-to-pantry-program-delivers-local-organic-food-to-low-income-communities/ Wed, 07 Apr 2021 13:00:34 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=35376 This Farm to Food Pantry program brings fresh produce from environmentally-conscious local producers to low-income members of the Illinois community.

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Written by Cindy Tegtmeyer.

]]> 5 Greta Thunberg-Inspired Ways To Be an Environmentalist https://nutritionstudies.org/5-greta-thunberg-inspired-ways-to-be-an-environmentalist/ Fri, 26 Mar 2021 12:00:06 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=35131 History was made in 2019 when 17-year-old Swedish activist Greta Thunberg was nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts combating climate change. She subsequently won TIME’s 2019 Person of the Year for her environmental activism. Greta is known for being a headstrong environmentalist, but what many people don’t know is that she is … Continued

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Written by Anna Keeve.

]]> Are GMOs Safe? Asking the Right Questions About GMOs https://nutritionstudies.org/asking-the-right-questions-about-gmos-are-gmos-safe/ Thu, 25 Mar 2021 14:04:11 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=34519 Asking the Right Questions About GMOs is an article series that exists to address popular myths and misconceptions about GMOs. For this installment, I interviewed expert Jonathan Latham, PhD, to uncover the truth behind the claim that GMOs are safe and well-regulated.

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Written by Chloe Cabrera.

]]> Asking the Right Questions About GMOs: Do We Need GMOs To Feed the World? https://nutritionstudies.org/asking-the-right-questions-about-gmos-do-we-need-gmos-to-feed-the-world/ Thu, 18 Mar 2021 17:22:17 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=34468 Asking the Right Questions About GMOs” is an article series that aims to unpack some of the most widely accepted myths about GMOs. For this installment, I interviewed expert Jonathan Latham, PhD, to uncover the truth behind the claim that GMOs are needed to feed the world.

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Written by Chloe Cabrera.

]]> Seeds: Our Global Crisis Plus 5 Actions We Can All Take https://nutritionstudies.org/seeds-our-global-crisis-plus-5-actions-we-can-all-take/ Thu, 28 Jan 2021 11:45:33 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=33928 SEED: The Untold Story tells the story of the planet’s most powerful resource: seeds. Learn about five crises our planet is facing and some practical and empowering actions we can all take.

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Written by Isabel Lu.

]]> 5 Reasons to Forage for Plant-Based Food https://nutritionstudies.org/5-reasons-to-forage-for-plant-based-food/ Thu, 10 Dec 2020 20:51:34 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=33453 In an effort to get to know the environment around him, one man finds a way to not only learn about his surroundings but feed himself and find community.

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Written by Josh Wayne, MSW, MPH.

]]> Future Food Trends: What Will Plant-Based Diets Look Like? https://nutritionstudies.org/future-food-trends-what-will-plant-based-diets-look-like/ Thu, 22 Oct 2020 18:48:43 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=32873 Most people don’t think about what’s on their dinner plate as a technological revolution, but reading about these future food trends will enlighten you.

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Written by Theresa “Sam” Houghton.

]]> Can Eating Less Meat and Dairy Help Save Our Planet? All Signs Point to Yes. https://nutritionstudies.org/can-eating-less-meat-and-dairy-help-save-our-planet-all-signs-point-to-yes/ Sat, 17 Oct 2020 15:00:55 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=32805 Science doesn’t lie: our consumption of meat and dairy is destroying the planet. Although it can feel overwhelming and, frankly, a bit nebulous, these are the facts, and relatively small changes on your part can help.

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Written by Anna Keeve.

]]> Reducing Food Waste Across the Supply Chain: Statistics & Strategies https://nutritionstudies.org/reducing-food-waste-across-the-supply-chain-statistics-strategies/ Tue, 18 Aug 2020 14:04:11 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=32231 Food waste is a long-term problem, and COVID-19 has only worsened and complicated it. Producers, distributors, retailers, and consumers will all need to improve the supply chain to create an environment and society where food waste is a thing of the past.

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Written by Theresa “Sam” Houghton.

]]> The T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies Appoints LeAnne Campbell, PhD as President https://nutritionstudies.org/the-t-colin-campbell-center-for-nutrition-studies-appoints-leanne-campbell-phd-as-president/ Fri, 14 Aug 2020 14:41:34 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=32223 The T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies (CNS), a not-for-profit organization committed to increasing awareness of the extraordinary impact that food has on the health of our bodies, our communities, and our planet, appoints LeAnne Campbell, PhD, as President.

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Written by Sarah Johnson Dwyer, MHA.

]]> Diet & Human Ecology – How to Eat Right & Save the Planet https://nutritionstudies.org/diet-human-ecology-how-to-eat-right-save-the-planet/ Fri, 07 Aug 2020 13:59:20 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=32151 The wave of the future must lie in a whole food, plant-based diet that takes food preparation out of the factory and into the kitchen. It is the only way to create a healthy planet for both human and non-human life.

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Written by Bill Tara.

]]> Sustainable Urban Agriculture — Reshaping Harlem’s Food Desert https://nutritionstudies.org/sustainable-urban-agriculture-reshaping-harlems-food-desert/ Fri, 24 Jul 2020 15:18:17 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=32076 What do you do with a food desert such as the one in Harlem? You plant a garden. When the kids plant it, they eat it, and when they eat it, they like it.

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Written by Tony Hillery.

]]> Food and Politics – How To Take Action & Support Sustainability Efforts for Our Future https://nutritionstudies.org/food-and-politics-how-to-take-action-support-sustainability-efforts-for-our-future/ Fri, 10 Jul 2020 16:23:18 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=31987 The following is an excerpt from a T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies online course. “People who study global environmental problems are nearly unanimous in their opinion that our lack of progress on fixing the problems is due to a lack of strong leadership by elected officials – this is what has held us … Continued

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Written by Bruce Monger, PhD.

]]> Have You Ever Considered the Environmental Footprint of Your Pet? https://nutritionstudies.org/have-you-ever-considered-the-environmental-footprint-of-your-pet/ Wed, 08 Jul 2020 13:03:12 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=31909 You consider your environmental footprint with all your food choices, but have you ever thought about the environmental “paw print” of your beloved pet?

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Written by Steven Disla.

]]> How You Can Support a More Sustainable Food System for a Healthier Future https://nutritionstudies.org/how-you-can-support-a-more-sustainable-food-system-for-a-healthier-future/ Thu, 02 Jul 2020 14:38:20 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=31888 Now more than ever people are seeking out a more sustainable food system, which also happens to be a healthier food system. By following a few guidelines, doing so is likely easier than you think.

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Written by Theresa “Sam” Houghton.

]]> Home Composting Made Simple—Compost Guide, with Tips for Beginners https://nutritionstudies.org/home-composting-made-simple-compost-guide-with-tips-for-beginners/ Fri, 26 Jun 2020 15:35:46 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=31876 Rather than sending kitchen and garden waste to a landfill, home composting is an easy way to turn waste into rich, wonderful soil. By following a few tips, you can have a happy, healthy compost bin and yard.

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Written by Ana Negrón, MD.

]]> Feeding Our Food: Agriculture and Deforestation https://nutritionstudies.org/feeding-our-food-agriculture-and-deforestation/ Fri, 12 Jun 2020 13:50:17 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=31727 Climate change is an existential crisis driven substantially by deforestation, which is driven in turn by food production. Along the way, the forces driving climate change also exploit people, degrade communities, and destroy biodiversity. A more sustainable and socially just future is possible. Learn how you can be a part of the solution.

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Written by Steven Disla.

]]> How Does Livestock Farming Cause Groundwater Depletion in the Midwest? https://nutritionstudies.org/how-does-livestock-farming-cause-groundwater-depletion-in-the-midwest/ Wed, 27 May 2020 15:26:49 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=31606 It’s crucial that groundwater consumption doesn’t exceed its replenishment by rain. But water-intensive livestock farming is depleting it far faster than it can be refilled.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> Our Food Choices and Global Warming https://nutritionstudies.org/our-food-choices-and-global-warming/ Fri, 22 May 2020 15:52:24 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=31583 When you look seriously at the numbers, you find that switching from a meat-based to a plant-based diet would do more to curb and reverse global warming than any other initiative.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> Reductionist Social Policy – What We Do To Ourselves, We Do To the Earth https://nutritionstudies.org/reductionist-social-policy-what-we-do-to-ourselves-we-do-to-the-earth/ Fri, 15 May 2020 15:36:23 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=31518 When you connect the dots of some of our biggest social, economic, and environmental problems, you can clearly see nutrition looming large as a causal factor and potential solution.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> 9 Ways to be a More Sustainable Grocery Shopper https://nutritionstudies.org/9-ways-to-be-a-more-sustainable-grocery-shopper/ Mon, 11 May 2020 15:45:13 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=31396 Now that you’ve greened your diet, it’s time to give your grocery shopping an eco-friendly makeover.

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Written by Karen Asp, MA.

]]> Urgent Alarms From Our Planet – OUTCRY Foreword by Mother Nature Herself https://nutritionstudies.org/urgent-alarms-from-our-planet-outcry-foreword-by-mother-nature-herself/ Sun, 19 Apr 2020 14:30:27 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=31118 This book excerpt from OUTCRY, Urgent Alarms From Our Planet and What We Can Do About Them, is the book’s foreword as written by Mother Nature herself. Her message is addressed to the billions of humans who reside in the developed nations of planet Earth.

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Written by J. Morris Hicks.

]]> How to Become a Food Waste Warrior – Protect Your Budget & the Earth https://nutritionstudies.org/how-to-become-a-food-waste-warrior-protect-your-budget-the-earth/ Wed, 30 Oct 2019 19:56:59 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=29057 7 strategies for keeping your family’s food waste to a minimum so that you can help protect the earth and your budget.

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Written by Karen Asp, MA.

]]> Climate Change: The Tough Topic That Needs To Be Discussed https://nutritionstudies.org/climate-change-the-tough-topic-that-needs-to-be-discussed/ Fri, 22 Mar 2019 16:33:12 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=26948 It's been obvious for some time that most people are uncomfortable talking about climate change and other sustainability issues. Dr. T. Colin Campbell encourages everyone to watch Dr. Rupert address his students about this important topic.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> Grass-Fed Beef: Is it Really a Sustainable Alternative? https://nutritionstudies.org/grass-fed-beef-a-sustainable-alternative/ Fri, 15 Mar 2019 18:26:17 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=26934 Is grass-fed meat really a better option for people and the planet? How can something be sustainable when it might not even be feasible?

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Written by LeAnne Campbell, PhD.

]]> Ending World Hunger or Boosting Agribusiness? Gates Foundation Launches Ceres2030 https://nutritionstudies.org/ending-world-hunger-or-boosting-agribusiness-gates-foundation-launches-ceres2030/ Thu, 06 Dec 2018 18:00:37 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=24582 Ceres2030, a new initiative funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, claims to seek sustainable solutions to world hunger, but is it just pushing the agribusiness agenda of chemicals and GMOs?

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Written by Jonathan R. Latham, PhD.

]]> 9 Things You Need to Know About Food and Climate Change https://nutritionstudies.org/9-things-you-need-to-know-about-food-and-climate-change/ Wed, 24 Oct 2018 19:27:30 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=23947 Did you know that livestock production has a larger impact on climate change than all transportation impacts combined? Our food choices can significantly reduce greenhouse gas impacts.

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Written by PlantPure Communities.

]]> The Honey Bee: The Most Important ‘Pest’ in the World https://nutritionstudies.org/the-honey-bee-the-most-important-pest-in-the-world/ Fri, 31 Aug 2018 21:04:28 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=23089 Beekeepers in the United States have been losing approximately 30% of their colonies every year since 2006, a trend known as Colony Collapse Disorder.

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Written by Global Roots.

]]> Eco-Generativity: The Possibilities Between People & the Environment https://nutritionstudies.org/eco-generativity-the-possibilities-between-people-the-environment/ Wed, 08 Aug 2018 13:53:31 +0000 http://sage.nutritionstudies.org/?p=22772 How do we show respect for life and create vibrant communities? What is our impact on the environment?

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Written by LeAnne Campbell, PhD.

]]> Interview with Director & Producer of “HOPE What You Eat Matters” – Watch the Film for Free https://nutritionstudies.org/interview-with-director-producer-of-hope-what-you-eat-matters-watch-the-film-for-free/ Fri, 04 May 2018 20:13:06 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=21046 HOPE What You Eat Matters is an award-winning film uncovering and revealing the effects of our typical Western diet on our health, the environment and animals.

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Written by Nina Messinger.

]]> Personal Chef for Tom Brady Talks Food & Education https://nutritionstudies.org/personal-chef-for-tom-brady-talks-food-education/ Fri, 19 Feb 2016 17:23:00 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=12415 Without a doubt, I was born to be a chef. The ability to create recipes, menus, food concepts and to execute those meals for others (and for myself) has always come naturally to me. For many, this is not the case. I have gotten creative with this primal impulse to survive, and think that we … Continued

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Written by Chef Allen Campbell.

]]> Impact of Food Choices on the Environment https://nutritionstudies.org/impact-of-food-choices-on-the-environment/ Wed, 22 Apr 2015 15:45:17 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=10963 Renowned Cornell Biological Oceanography and CNS lecturer explains why we need to take "ownership" of our oceans.

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Written by Bruce Monger, PhD.

]]> Our Own Health or Our Ecosystem? https://nutritionstudies.org/our-own-health-or-our-ecosystem/ Wed, 22 Apr 2015 15:44:20 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=10972 At the rate things are going, the Earth in the coming decades could cease to be a “safe operating space” for human beings.

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Written by J. Morris Hicks.

]]> Food Lessons from the Dominican Republic https://nutritionstudies.org/lessons-from-dominican-republic/ Sat, 28 Feb 2015 12:10:01 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=10675 As Rural To Urban Migration Increases And Farmland Goes To Livestock, Global Roots Restores The Land, Builds A Sustainable Community & Reclaims Our Health!

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Written by LeAnne Campbell, PhD.

]]> Making Peace with Food Choices in the New Year https://nutritionstudies.org/making-peace-with-food-choices-new-year/ Fri, 12 Dec 2014 15:47:41 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=10204 I used to expect a lot from January 1st. Or my birthday. Or a Monday. Fresh start. Out with the old. Bring it on: I’m up for this.

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Written by Victoria Moran.

]]> Climate Change – We’re Toast! https://nutritionstudies.org/climate-change-were-toast/ Wed, 08 Oct 2014 15:49:06 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=9897 (psst....or we can all go on a diet)

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Written by Dr. Colin Walsh.

]]> Fifty Shades of Green https://nutritionstudies.org/fifty-shades-of-green/ Wed, 16 Apr 2014 15:15:02 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=8686 The canary in our food-supply mine is dead. Unnoticed but catastrophic changes endanger the Earth's ability to feed our species.

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Written by Mary Guay.

]]> How One Lecture Made an Ocean of Difference https://nutritionstudies.org/one-lecture-made-an-ocean-of-difference/ Wed, 16 Apr 2014 15:11:42 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=8680 All the health information in the Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate Program has been invaluable to me in my life and in my work as a writer and conscious lifestyle educator.

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Written by Megan Pincus Kajitani, MA.

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