It’s no secret that the Western way of eating is destroying the planet and our health. The Standard American Diet, for example, is high in processed meats, fried foods, and sugar and low in fruits, vegetables, and other healthy whole foods. This is contributing not only to higher rates of chronic disease, but also to the climate crisis. Right now, the livestock industry that produces the world’s sausages, bacon, cheese, and more is responsible for around 14.5 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions.
But while they are the “standard” now, these dietary habits don’t have to be around forever. Many chefs, nutritionists, and sustainability experts are hoping that the way most of us eat in the future will be different. Take Pierre Thiam, for example. The Senegal-raised, New York City-based chef, who is also an author, restaurateur, and social entrepreneur, is a proponent of…