What are recommended portion sizes? This is a question that I am frequently asked. I am going to answer it from a general health and food sustainability perspective. This is the third article of our Food and Sustainability series.
As Michael Pollan, an advocate for sustainable eating, says, “Eat Food. Not too much. Mostly plants.”
But what are the recommended portion sizes so we can avoid eating too much, enjoy eating and get the nutrients that we need?
Calcium is well known as a requirement for strong bones and teeth, but what else do we need this mineral for?
Only 20% of Australians achieve the recommended intake for calcium. So, is eating calcium-rich foods enough?
Sustainable food is not just about what we eat, where it is grown or how much we eat. It is also about what we waste. About one third of all food produced worldwide is lost or wasted. And around 8% of greenhouse gases come from food waste. This is why it is important to aim for no food waste.
Spending time in natures shows us the delicate balance required to sustain life and a sustainable food supply. Water is sacred to life. Water, after air, is our most precious resource. So how do we best celebrate and protect it?
Continue reading Water is sacred – how do we best protect it?
Healthy snacks play a part in our overall enjoyment of food. They are important to have at hand for busy days, especially when we are traveling and do not know when we will be able to purchase a meal. Healthy snacks can also feature at celebrations because they present well, are satisfying and most importantly taste great.
