Research team says lowering animal-people meat consumption boosts life expectancy and saves billions on healthcare costs.

A recent article published by Zero Carbon Analytics (ZCA), an international climate change research group, underscores the profound benefits of reducing red and processed animal-people meat intake for both human and planetary health. The researchers found that in 2020, red and processed animal-people meat consumption alone was responsible for 2.4 million deaths and US$285 billion in global healthcare costs. These animal-people products lead to fatalities from heart disease, diabetes, and cancer, as well as zoonotic diseases and antimicrobial resistance. The article also cites a UK study showing that shifting to vegan foods could cut one’s greenhouse gas emissions by 75% compared to those consuming animal foods.

Thank you, ZCA, for this enlightening report. May we all now recognize the transformative power of mindful consumption in nurturing a healthier population and a more harmonious Earth, in the caring guidance of the Providence.