52 | Lowering the Environmental Impact of Your Diet (Without Going Vegan)

Is your diet helping or hurting the planet?

In this episode “Lowering the Environmental Impact of Your Diet (Without Going Vegan)” of How to Fitness Podcast, Kate takes the hot seat to explore the environmental footprint of what’s on our plate. From beef vs. bananas to oat milk vs. dairy, we break down the myths, the nuance, and the science behind food choices and what actually makes a difference.

This episode isn’t about shame. It’s about awareness, practical swaps, and making sustainable habits easier to stick with.

Resources Mentioned:
- Not the End of the World – Hannah Ritchie
- Ep 36: Does Milk Cause Inflammation?
- Ep 9: Organic Foods – Myths & Truths
- Water Footprint of Food Guide
- Carbon Footprint of Meat Substitutes
- Plant-Based vs. Cow’s Milk
- Food Loss and Waste Overview
- Environmental Impact of Food Waste
- Global Emissions & Food Waste
- Global Food Waste Emissions Report
- Key Food Waste Facts
- Food Production 2024
- Food Waste and the Planet
- 11 Food Waste Facts
- The False Dichotomy of Systemic and Individual Action 

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