Foods That Are Healthy For You and the Planet

Since recent studies have focused more on the environment, dieticians are finding out what foods are better for our bodies along with what is better for the earth. ABC Compounding Pharmacy is committed to helping our patients stay healthy!

The US Department of Agriculture updates guidelines on what is healthy and good for our bodies every five years. The USDA is releasing its new dietary guidelines at the end of this year leaving both dieticians and food companies wondering if these new guidelines will incorporate any environmental considerations.

For a Healthier Body and Planet, Eat More of These!

Organic Fruits and Vegetables

Many fruits and vegetables are grown with pesticide residue including 1,3-Dichloropropene, typically found in strawberries, which the state of California believes causes cancer.

Free-Range Eggs

Pasture-raised eggs contain high levels of vitamin A and Omega-3 fatty acids and have or protein than any other eggs and are more climate friendly source of protein.

Small Portions of Grass-fed Beef and Dairy

Along with more antioxidants and fewer inflammatory fatty acids in its meat, the milk from grass-fed beef has high amounts of acid that reduces risk of heart disease, stroke, and Type 2 diabetes.

Eat Less of These!

Highly Processed Foods

With added sugars and salts, and packaged in harmful plastic, these snacks are adding hazardous chemicals to your diet and the earth.

Conventionally Raised Poultry, Pork, Beef, and Dairy Products

Large livestock operations leave behind higher carbon and water footprints and require a need for antibiotics, which pollute nearby land and water resources.