Prioritize Real Food Over Processed Options

The ultra-processed food industry is capitalizing on climate change narratives, despite limited evidence linking meat consumption to significant climate impact. Transitioning to a vegan diet may only reduce greenhouse gases by about 2% while increasing nutritional deficiencies and chronic diseases. American diets are increasingly plant-based, yet still heavy in ultra-processed foods, which undermine health. A truly healthy plant-based diet must focus on real food while minimizing ultra-processed foods and low-quality carbohydrates for better health outcomes.