Eating Locally

Working at Aiyana Acupuncture and Herbs, I have the great opportunity to visit the Farmer's Market located in Union Square and purchase fresh fruits and vegetables. Aside from helping my body become healthier (locally grown fruits and vegetables tend to have no pesticides or preservatives), buying locally means less fuel being used in the transport which also helps the planet.

A study at the University of North Carolina is underway to see how the impact of eating foods that are in a 100 mile radius will affect a persons health. The study will look at the environmental benefits of transitioning to sustainable farming practices, determine whether there are nutritional and health benefits for consumers, and conduct an economic analysis of opportunities and barriers to local food systems. Click here for more study related information.

To read more about local food, read this post from last year called “A New Yorker Tries the 100-mile Diet.'’

We may not be able to take control of certain things in this world, but when it comes to our body and our happiness we have choices to make ourselves healthier and happier.

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Posted by: Sharon Ann Wyse L.Ac.