Food and Climate

What percentage of overall global CO2 emissions is the food system responsible for?

• 10%

• 25%

• 33%

• 50%

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According to IFIC's 2020 Food and Health Survey, how many consumers in the US say it is important that the food products they purchase or consume are produced in an environmentally sustainable way?

• 2 in 10

• 4 in 10

• 6 in 10

• 8 in 10

What percentage of consumers find it hard to know if the food choices they make are environmentally sustainable?

• 20%

• 40%

• 60%

• 80%

What is one example of a climate-beneficial food that can be made from avocado seeds?

• Avocado oil

• Avocado smoothie

• Avocado bread

• Avocado chips

Which of the following is NOT an unusual ingredient that can be added to a sustainable diet?

• Algae

• Cacti

• Rice

• Uncommon grains

What is the potential benefit of consuming algae as a meat replacement?

• It has a meat-like flavor

• It is rich in antioxidants

• It is low in calories

• All of the above

Which of the following is a benefit of diversifying grain consumption?

• More nutritional value

• Improved soil health

• Preserved biodiversity

• All of the above

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What can green banana powder be used for?

• Substitute for traditional flour

• Binding agent in recipes

• Add texture and prebiotic fiber

• All of the above

What is the main focus of initiatives aimed at increasing education on climate-beneficial foods?

• Increasing consumer awareness

• Building structured supply chains

• Reducing food waste

• Improving soil health

What is the key change, suggested by this article, to creating a better future for humans and the planet?

• Eating climate-beneficial foods

• Reducing CO2 emissions

• Investing in sustainable agriculture

• All of the above

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