Happy Meatloaf Appreciation Day
I have been eating this high protein program for a little while and I really like the consistent energy it gives me.
I was lucky enough to be up in the San Juan Islands last weekend, and I ran past many happy cows munching on their gorgeous green pastures.
It made me wonder: what is true about carbon emissions and cows?
We get a share of a happy cow raised locally, and I use that meat as a primary way to stay on top of my 120g of protein a day program.
But am I making a bad environmental choice?
So I did a little research.
This is what I found:
“Look at the environmental costs of producing feed though, and there’s really no contest. Grass-fed cattle, despite their increased methane production, represent significantly less greenhouse gasses.” (From https://newzealmeats.com/blog/grain-fed-vs-grass-fed-beef-greenhouse-gas-emissions/#:~:text=Cattle%20Greenhouse%20Gasses%20Due%20to,represent%20significantly%20less%20greenhouse%20gasses. )
What about Impossible burgers?
They were supposed to be the environmental solution,
however, “According to Samuels, Impossible meats are particularly problematic. “This product is highly processed,” she says. “Ultra or highly processed foods are foods that have additional artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives to promote shelf stability, preserve texture, and increase palatability. (From https://www.byrdie.com/is-impossible-meat-bad-for-you4796655#:~:text=According%20to%20Samuels%2C%20Impossible%20meats,preserve%20texture%2C%20and%20increase%20palatability. ) Feb 12, 2022
Therefore, I am sticking with my happy cow protein source.
I do not need more highly processed food in my life!
I was running by these happy cows on beautiful Lopez Island, and the video above shows their beautiful pasture.
Do you agree or disagree?
Here’s to balance, strength, and happiness to all creatures,
🙂 Laura
