FOOD & STUFF

Is Your Cheese Omelette Damaging the Environment?

That fuels like petroleum, diesel, wood and coal cause damage to the environment is known. Now, what if you were told that certain foods could also contribute to environmental damage? Fact is, our carbon footprint is determined by not only how we choose to travel or heat our homes. What we eat also has an impact. Understanding the resources that go into producing our meals can make us aware of the relationship between food and the environment, and help us make better choices. Read on to learn about the food items that are relatively more harmful to the environment and why you should avoid or limit their consumption.