Plant based food
A green badge is awarded to products which meet our plant based criteria. These are fruit, vegetables, pulses, nuts and grains as well as food products which are classified as suitable for vegans by the manufacturer or certified by a third party. Plant based food is an important part of a sustainable diet because plant based products typically have a lower environmental impact (less carbon, less land use, less water use) than other products. Moreover, a healthy diet should include fruit, vegetables, legumes (e.g. lentils and beans), nuts and whole grains and at least five portions of fruit and vegetables a day.
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