Plant-based diets have recently spiked in popularity. Last year, about 65% of people surveyed said they planned to eat more meatless meals. That's a good sign: While evidence is mixed, a number of studies have linked eating a lot of red or processed meat to an increased risk of heart disease and some types of cancer. What's more, the livestock industry is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. In fact, one study found that if everyone ate 25% less beef, pork, and poultry, we could reduce emissions by more than 1%-about 82 million metric tons annually!
What types of meat are we talking about?
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