Melissa Auf der Maur Interview (clip 2)

The speaker discusses their dietary choices, avoiding red meat and chicken due to health and ethical concerns. They prefer local goat and buffalo, highlighting issues with chicken processing and antibiotic use. The speaker emphasizes the importance of being aware of chemicals in food, particularly in American packaged foods, and concludes by advocating for a diet of fresh foods.

Which types of meat does the speaker avoid?

• Pork, lamb, and duck

• Chicken, turkey, and fish

• Cow, buffalo, and goat

• Rabbit, venison, and quail

Why does the speaker prefer local goat and buffalo over chicken?

• They have more flavor

• Chickens are treated worse and harder to process

• They are easier to cook

• They are cheaper

What is a misconception about chicken according to the speaker?

• It is the easiest meat to process

• It is healthier than red meat

• It is cheaper than other meats

• It contains fewer antibiotics

What does the speaker identify as a major issue in food?

• Lack of variety

• High cost of organic foods

• Presence of chemicals and unnecessary sugars

• Limited availability of fresh produce

What is the speaker's approach to maintaining health?

• Following a vegetarian diet

• Being aware of chemicals and eating fresh

• Avoiding all meats

• Eating only organic foods