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Are vegans really destroying the planet with avocados?

Avocados have real environmental costs — but they are far lower than beef. The singling out of vegans for avocado consumption does not hold up to scrutiny.
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What's the impact of food transport on sustainability?

Food miles make headlines, but what’s on your plate matters way more than where it came from.
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