chapter 10

Question 1

what is sustainable food consumption

Answer 1

involves choosing food products that are produced without harming the environment and reduce amount of waste generated

Question 2

by consuming more meat, what will happen to the environment

Answer 2

there will be high demand and it will increase in animal farming
greenhouse gas produced by livestock.
methane released into the environment trapping heat + global warming

Question 3

by consuming more exotic food, what will happen to the environment

Answer 3

some cuisines may require exotic ingredients to be shipped from the place of origin
when shipping, it burns fuel, emitting greenhouse gas, CO2

Question 4

how does wasting food affect the environment

Answer 4

energy and resources required to produce food is wasted as people throw food away (even if it is a small amount)

Question 5

how does convenience food affect the environment

Answer 5

it requires processing and packaging. hence carbon dioxide is produced

Question 6

what are the 2 ways of choosing sustainable food

Answer 6

select food from sustainable source

aiming to be waste free

Question 7

what are some ways to select food from a sustainable source

Answer 7

buy less meat and choose more plant- based food
consider ugly produce
buy food that is in season
buy food produced locally or from nearby countries
by food produced by socially responsible companies (have certification: recycling symbol, FAIRTRADE Mark)

Question 8

what are some ways aiming to be waste free

Answer 8

buy just enough food
reduce packaging waste and “bring your own¨
reduce food waste during food preparations and cooking