Social Media Manager || Industrial Chemist || SDG 3,6& 7 advocate || HSE certified || passionate about Chemistry and Innovation
How well do you eat meat? Are you team “more food, less meat” or team “more meat, less food”? For me, I'm a team “more meat, less food” because meat has a lot of nutrients in it for the body. As an industrial chemist, I am passionate about leveraging scientific advancements to promote both human health and environmental sustainability. One area where this intersection is particularly impactful is in the production and consumption of meat. Meat offers numerous health benefits and, with the help of industrial chemistry, they can be produced in ways that are environmentally sustainable. Adding meat to our meals has a whole lot of benefits to our body. It is an excellent source of high-quality protein, essential for muscle growth, repair, and overall body function. It is also rich in important nutrients such as B vitamins (especially B3 and B6), selenium, and phosphorus. Not only is meat good for our body it is also biodegradable which makes it environmentally friendly. Although the bones would take time before it decomposes. Also the bones can be used in making different kinds of artworks, it can be grinded to powder and turned to feed for livestock and the like. It also has its environmental benefits in which Chemistry plays a large role in. Chemists developed sustainable feed formulations that help in improving animal nutrition, minimizing the need for extensive agricultural land and reducing water consumption. They also helped in innovating ways by which the wastes from meat can be converted into valuable products, contributing to a circular economy and reducing environmental pollution. By leveraging scientific advancements and promoting responsible practices, we can maximize the economic and environmental benefits of meat, ensuring a healthier future for both people and the planet. #IndustrialChemistry #EnvironmentalSustainability #Nutrition #FoodSafety #BalancedDiet
