The Dr. Hyman Show What Is The True Cost Of Your Food?
Feb 10, 2020
Dive into the hidden costs of our food system, revealing how our dietary choices impact health and the environment. Discover the alarming death toll linked to processed foods and the significant burden on public health systems. Uncover the dire consequences of conventional farming practices on biodiversity and soil health. Learn about the urgent need for food policy reform and sustainable agriculture. Together, we can tackle these challenges and promote a healthier planet.
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True Cost of Food
- The true cost of food extends beyond the grocery store price, encompassing societal, environmental, and economic impacts.
- Processed food, a major driver of chronic disease, incurs significant costs, exemplified by Medicare's projected shortfall due to diet-related illnesses.
Chronic Disease Costs
- Chronic diseases, including obesity, diabetes, and mental health issues, pose a significant economic burden, projected to cost $95 trillion over 35 years.
- Ultra-processed food contributes to 11 million deaths annually, highlighting its detrimental impact on global health.
Environmental Impact
- Ecosystem services, essential for societal function, are valued at $125 trillion annually, exceeding the global economy.
- Soil degradation, contributing to greenhouse gases and impacting food production, highlights the environmental cost of current agricultural practices.
