Do you want to eat ethically but don't know where to start? Here are 5 different ways you can incorporate mindful and ethical eating into your life:
5 Ways to Eat Ethically
Look for Humane Certifications
To become humane certified, farms must raise animals in a way that meets ethical and humane standards set by reputable, third-party certifying organizations. Some certifying bodies include: American Humane Certified, Certified Humane, and Animal Welfare Approved. Be on the look out for their logos on your next shopping trip! To take it a step further, you can also ask your local grocery store to bring in more items from humane certified brands!
Buy Organic
Food that is organic is produced without the use of growth hormones, antibiotics, pesticides, or any synthetic chemicals. Animals raised organically must have healthy living conditions and must be fed organic food. If you see an organic certification on an animal-based food product, you can be sure that the animal was treated humanely!
Decrease the Animal-Based Food You Consume
Reducing the amount of animal-based foods we collectively consume decreases the demand for it in the marketplace. If you don't choose or aren't ready for a vegan lifestyle, making (even small) changes to your diet like this will make a big difference!
Shop Local
Support the businesses in your area by shopping local! Shopping local allows you to see where your food is coming from and what practices went into producing it. Also, your food will be fresher and tastier!
Ethical Online Shopping
If you're a fan of buying food online, order from shops and markets that offer and support ethically sourced products. Look for humane and organic certifications in online stores like these: