Study Title
Sustainable Diets as Tools to Harmonize the Health of Individuals, Communities, and the Planet: A Systematic Review
Principal Investigator
Tatianna Oliva Kowalsky, Rubén Morilla Romero de la Osa, Isabel Cerrillo
Affiliation
Universidad de Sevilla, Spain; Instituto de Biomedicina de Sevilla, Spain; Alimentta Think Tank para la Transición Alimentaria, Spain; Pablo de Olavide University, Spain
Start Date
Not specified
End Date
Not specified
Study Objective
To evaluate the health and environmental co-benefits of sustainable diets and the promotion strategies that favor their implementation.
Short Abstract
This systematic review investigates the health and environmental co-benefits of sustainable diets, examining studies published between 2013 and 2020. The results highlight the significant potential of plant-based, calorie-balanced diets that reduce environmental impacts, such as greenhouse gas emissions, while improving global morbidity and mortality rates. Strategies for promoting sustainable diets, particularly in healthcare and school environments, are also discussed.
Study Design
Systematic review
Population
General population (adults, children, and communities)
Sample Size
201 records were retrieved; 21 studies were included
Inclusion Criteria
Studies published between 2013 and 2020 that assess sustainable diets and their health/environmental impacts
Exclusion Criteria
Animal studies, in vitro studies, political analysis, or surveys focused only on public opinion
Intervention/Exposure
Sustainable diets, including plant-based foods, local and seasonal products, and reduced animal product consumption
Outcome Measures
Health and environmental co-benefits, including reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, water use, and health improvements such as reduced chronic diseases
Funding Source
No external funding reported
Collaborating Institutions
Universidad de Sevilla, Instituto de Biomedicina de Sevilla, Alimentta Think Tank, Pablo de Olavide University
Ethics Approval
Not applicable (systematic review)
Publication Status
Published in Nutrients, February 2022
Keywords
Sustainable diets, climate change, health co-benefits, plant-based foods, environmental impact
Data Collection Methods
Systematic search in PubMed, Cinahl, Scopus, and Trip databases using defined search strategies
Primary Data Availability
Not applicable
Contact Information
Rubén Morilla Romero de la Osa (