Despite Americans maintaining high meat consumption levels, there is growing recognition of the need to reduce meat intake for environmental sustainability. Movements like reducetarian, demitarian, and flexitarian offer more approachable methods for individuals aiming to cut back on meat without fully committing to vegetarianism. Reducetarians can take gradual steps towards lower meat consumption, celebrating small changes. By doing so, they contribute positively to reducing their foodprint. Research shows that even a partial shift to plant-based diets can dramatically lessen water usage and greenhouse gas emissions associated with food production.
"Anyone making small, positive changes to their diet is a reducetarian, and that's something we should celebrate," says Brian Kateman, founder of the reducetarian movement.
Reducing meat consumption can significantly lower environmental impacts; choosing plant-based options like soy or pea burgers can lead to an 87% reduction in water use.
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