Regardless of it’s faddy moniker, the newest in “diets” is doable and sustainable. The Low-Carbon diet is making it’s way into more and more kitchens.
Not sure about your own carbon output? We’ve previously primered the “diet”, outlining the details and a link where you can measure your own. But if changing food choices isn’t what is increasing your number, perhaps the cooking method is.
Treehugger.com has outlined DIY (“crazy”) cooking techniques reduce the carbon in your diet.
The Pizza Box Solar Oven is assembled with foil, glue and tape (with recommendations to investing in a real solar oven later on).
Alternatively, the option of Car Cooking sounds… interesting… with perhaps a nice solid exhaust aftertaste. Geothermal Heat follows, with a video hailing from Portugal where food is slow-cooked in hot springs.
Another pizza oven, this time Wood-fired and assembled from either bricks and mortar, or clay, will not only withstand time, but also add a delicious flavour to your meals (and is more realistic).
They also discuss the Raw Food Diet, one I’m familiar with myself, where veganism and non-cooking meet in delectable cuisine far from carrot sticks and apple slices.
Explore the article in detail, complete with videos of each cooking method.
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Roger P, on March 22nd, 2009 says:
What’ll they come up with next?
Carrie, on March 22nd, 2009 says:
The Raw Food Diet is a great idea for anyone interested in upping their health. I’ve been raw for four years, and lost 52 pounds, and feel so amazing and vibrant. Contrary to popular belief, it’s not just carrot sticks! Check out http://www.living-foods.com/ for more info.
Justin Hartland, on April 13th, 2009 says:
Wood fired is great if you can use wood pellets.