Lierre Keith's Bold Take on Veganism and Environmental Health
The idea is like everything is an ecosystem, like our body is an ecosystem, we have more non-human DNA than human DNA. So you know whether it's a baby fox or a baby human or a baby maple tree like. And it means that some creatures are going to lose their particular life, because that's literally what life is.
Are we unknowingly harming the planet with our dietary choices? In this episode of 'Recovery and Transformation', host Sameer Dossani sits down with Lierre Keith to tackle the controversial topic of veganism and its environmental impact. Lierre, an outspoken critic of veganism, shares her journey from a strict vegan diet to a more balanced approach that she believes is better for both personal health and the planet.
Together, they dig into the dangers of monoculture farming, the significance of biodiversity, and the vital role animals play in sustainable agriculture. Lierre’s experiences and insights challenge conventional wisdom, making you rethink what’s truly sustainable. They also dive into how agriculture affects soil quality and contributes to global warming, stressing the need for an integrated approach that includes humans and animals in ecosystem management.
The conversation doesn’t stop there; it spans early human diets, indigenous knowledge systems, and even the impact of industrial agriculture on our health and environment. With a mix of science and personal anecdotes, this episode offers a fresh perspective on how we can better align our dietary habits with ecological balance. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion that may just change the way you think about food and sustainability.