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Is India the World’s Greenest Kitchen? International Study reveals all

In a world grappling with an unprecedented obesity epidemic affecting 2.5 billion overweight adults—including 890 million with obesity — traditional food systems may offer a path to both health and environmental sustainability.

India serves the healthiest food, says study

The Living Planet Report presents a sobering warning: “If everyone in the world adopted the current food consumption patterns of the world’s major economies by 2050, we would exceed the 1.5°C climate target for food-related greenhouse gas emissions by 263% and require one to seven Earths to support us.”

Against this alarming backdrop, India’s National Millet Campaign emerges as a beacon of hope. The initiative promotes ancient grains known for their nutritional value and climate resilience, exemplifying how “promoting traditional foods will be an important lever to shift diets.”

India & its diverse culinary landscape

India’s diverse culinary landscape offers a compelling case study in sustainable eating patterns. The country’s food map reveals a rich tapestry of regional preferences:

  • Northern regions combine protein-rich lentils with wheat-based rotis
  • Southern states embrace fermented foods like idli and dosa, paired with nutritious sambhar
  • Coastal and northeastern areas incorporate various fish varieties
  • Traditional grains such as jowar, bajra, ragi, and Dalia feature prominently nationwide

The report uses an orange vertical line to visualize the planetary climate boundary for food—a crucial threshold for keeping greenhouse gas emissions within safe limits. This stark representation underscores the urgent need for global dietary reform.

As nations worldwide face mounting pressure to address both health and environmental challenges, India’s balanced approach to food consumption, blending traditional wisdom with regional diversity, could serve as a blueprint for sustainable dietary practices globally.

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