Avengers, assemble the literature! A multi‐study review of consumption, environmental values, and planetary health research

Journal of Consumer Behaviour, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 23(2), P. 299 - 320

Published: June 12, 2023

Abstract Mother Earth is dying. Humanity needs to step up. Otherwise, the planet we call home will soon be uninhabitable. The destiny of our inarguably depends on consumers, as their choices have power turn them into eco‐superheroes (sustainable consumption) or eco‐villains (unsustainable consumption). This article aims review current progress consumption research and propose strategies inspire consumers embrace inner eco‐warrior spirit, fostering sustainable behavior that protects environment supports human well‐being. To achieve this, this employs an integrative approach, merging a meta‐perspective theoretical development with multi‐study methodological approach. Harnessing scientometrics, delivers meta‐insights from analysis trends in relation environmental values (micro‐perspective; Study 1) planetary health (macro‐perspective; 2). These findings pave way for future intervention designed nurture ecological sustainability unleash every consumer.

Language: Английский

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Forgotten food crops in sub-Saharan Africa for healthy diets in a changing climate

Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 120(14)

Published: March 27, 2023

As climate changes in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), Africa's "forgotten" food crops offer a wide range of options to diversify major staple production as key measure toward achieving zero hunger and healthy diets. So far, however, these forgotten have been neglected SSA's climate-change adaptation strategies. Here, we quantified their capacity adapt cropping systems staples maize, rice, cassava, yams changing climates for the four subregions West, Central, East, Southern Africa. We used climate-niche modeling explore potential crop diversification or replacement by 2070, assessed possible effects on micronutrient supply. Our results indicated that approximately 10% present locations SSA may experience novel conditions ranging from high almost 18% West low less than 1% From an initial candidate panel 138 African embracing leafy vegetables, other fruits, cereals, pulses, seeds nuts, roots tubers, selected those contributed most covering projected future contemporary staples' locations. A prioritized shortlist 58 crops, able complement each provision, was determined, which covered over 95% The integration will support "double-win" more climate-resilient nutrient-sensitive region.

Language: Английский

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Interaction between Dietary Fibre and Bioactive Compounds in Plant By-Products: Impact on Bioaccessibility and Bioavailability

Antioxidants, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 12(4), P. 976 - 976

Published: April 21, 2023

In Europe, around 31 million tonnes of food by-products are generated during primary production and trade. The management these may cause a negative impact, both at the economic environmental levels, for industry society. this regard, taking into consideration that retain dietary fibre compositions bioactive compounds starting materials, plant agro-industries have an interest in advantage them, from nutritional point view. Therefore, review evaluates role as well potential interactions components their implications health, since associated with reach colon, where they can be metabolised postbiotic compounds, providing important health benefits (prebiotic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, etc.). Consequently, aspect, on which there few studies, is very relevant must considered revaluation to obtain new ingredients processing improved technological properties.

Language: Английский

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Estimates and trends of zero vegetable or fruit consumption among children aged 6–23 months in 64 countries

PLOS Global Public Health, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 3(6), P. e0001662 - e0001662

Published: June 27, 2023

Children require a diverse diet, that includes vegetables and fruits, to support growth development prevent non-communicable diseases. The WHO-UNICEF established new infant young child feeding (IYCF) indicator: zero vegetable or fruit (ZVF) consumption among children aged 6-23 months. We estimated the prevalence, trends, factors associated with ZVF using nationally representative, cross-sectional data on health nutrition in low-and-middle-income countries. examined 125 Demographic Health Surveys 64 countries conducted between 2006-2020 whether ate fruits previous day. Prevalence of was calculated by country, region, globally. Country trends were tested for statistical significance (p<0.05). Logistic regression analysis used examine relationship child, mother, household, survey cluster characteristics world region Using pooled estimate most recent available each we global prevalence as 45.7%, highest West Central Africa (56.1%) lowest Latin America Caribbean (34.5%). Recent varied country (16 decreasing, eight increasing, 14 no change). represented patterns food over time may be affected timing surveys. from wealthier households mothers who are employed, more educated, have access media less likely consume ZVF. find months do not any is high wealth mother. Areas future research include generating evidence effective interventions translating strategies other contexts improve children.

Language: Английский

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Antioxidant Capacity and Phenolics Profile of Portuguese Traditional Cultivars of Apples and Pears and Their By-Products: On the Way to Newer Applications

Foods, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 12(7), P. 1537 - 1537

Published: April 5, 2023

Pears (Pyrus communis L.) and apples (Malus domestica Borkh.) are two of the most popular fruits worldwide. The phenolic compounds they offer associated with human health benefits due to their antioxidant properties. Since these fruits' by-products not yet fully exploited, it is important characterize them, especially in terms aim this study was determine properties old traditional cultivars, six regional pear cultivars five apple grown Alcobaça region (Portugal). Antioxidant capacity assays were used evaluate Generally, capacity, total phenolics content (TPC), flavonoids (TFC) fruit byproducts (both seeds peels) higher than corresponding mesocarp, indicating potential as sources beneficial compounds. Moreover, a UHPLC-ToF-MS method optimized validated order quantify 21 distinct samples. analytical method's suitability for quantifying demonstrated by an evaluation linearity, limit detection, quantification, precision accuracy. This composition samples (local) cultivars. highest concentrations phlorizin chlorogenic acid. Principal component analysis (PCA) separate species while emphasizing similarities differences.

Language: Английский

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Local food plant diversity and cultural significance in the Atlantic Forest: a comprehensive ethnobiological synthesis for a humanly disturbed but mega-diverse region

Biodiversity and Conservation, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Jan. 24, 2025

Language: Английский

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LC-MS/MS analysis and validation of pesticides residue in vegetables asserted to be organic

Journal of Liquid Chromatography &amp Related Technologies, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 1 - 12

Published: March 20, 2025

Language: Английский

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Agrobiodiversity integration in farming systems for income generation and livelihood options of smallholder farmers in Nepal: A case study of Bhimphedi Municipality

Journal of Experimental Biology and Agricultural Sciences, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 13(1), P. 29 - 49

Published: March 5, 2025

Food and nutrition security are critical global concerns, particularly for smallholder farmers in Nepal who face challenges with resources inputs. This study explores how the Chabeli Farmers Group Bhimphedi Municipality can utilize agrobiodiversity to enhance their farming systems income. To achieve this, a survey was conducted involving 20 (10 male 10 female), supplemented by focus group discussions field observations. The identified 60 species across cereals, vegetables, fruits, forage, fodder crops, representing 99 genotypes types of livestock. preserve manage these through traditional practices, such as storing seeds Bhakari containers made bamboo mud. findings this highlight importance passing knowledge from one generation next role methods protecting biodiversity. Additionally, Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) facilitates sale organic cash crops. demonstrates that effective biodiversity management enhances resilience, diversifies income, improves market access. In conclusion, integrating community-driven food security, protects biocultural heritage, offers scalable solutions long-term sustainable farming.

Language: Английский

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Nutritious monocultures? Where and how fruits and vegetables are produced in the US

Global Food Security, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 45, P. 100860 - 100860

Published: April 15, 2025

Language: Английский

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Exploring the Captivating World of Gastro-Ethnobiology and Gastronomy Tourism Applications

Emerald Publishing Limited eBooks, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 5 - 27

Published: April 23, 2025

Language: Английский

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