Ann Arbor plans to use around $200,000 to promote more plant-based diets over the course of the next decade. The goal is to encourage people to consume less meat and make better food decisions in general.

The plan states, “Eating less meat and more fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, nuts, and seeds is known to reduce one’s environmental footprint and improve one’s overall health. Ann Arbor aims to lead by example in improving food procurement policies for the city that promote sustainability goals, Support and advance racial equity, and encourage our community to move toward a plant-based diet.”

Ann Arbor already urges local restaurants to source local ingredients, but it wants to do more by encouraging sustainable practices in everything from reducing meat consumption to using less single-use plastic.

The plan has come under fire as some representatives stated that those at city hall have yet to follow their own advice – talking the talk but not walking the walk, per se.

It is unclear as of yet just how successful this plan will be as there are still many officials who do not agree with it. However, it shows hope for the future. Environmentally-friendly policies could gain popularity in various other cities, making it easier for anyone to choose better options once they are more affordable and accessible.

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Reducing your meat intake and eating more plant-based foods is known to help with chronic inflammation, heart health, mental wellbeing, fitness goals, nutritional needs, allergies, gut health, and more! Dairy consumption also has been linked to many health problems, including acne, hormonal imbalance, cancer, prostate cancer and has many side effects.

For those of you interested in eating more plant-based, we highly recommend downloading the Food Monster App — with over 15,000 delicious recipes it is the largest plant-based recipe resource to help reduce your environmental footprint, save animals and get healthy! And, while you are at it, we encourage you to also learn about the environmental and health benefits of a plant-based diet.

Here are some great resources to get you started:

• Weekly Vegan Meal Plans
• Plant-Based Health Resources
• Plant-Based Food & Recipes
• Plant-Based Nutrition Resources
• The Ultimate Guide to Plant-Based Nutrition
• Budget-Friendly Plant-Based Recipes
• High Protein Plant-Based Recipes
• Plant-Based Meal Prep

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