Food Sustainability

The food in the grocery store is considered of an unsustainable food system. Sustainable food is considered food that is  healthy for people and animals. Sustainable food does not harm the environment It is considered humane for worker. It helps to provides a fair wage for farmers. It tends tosupport and enhances rural communities.According to some sources food that we see in the grocery store that sell for cheap prices cost to your health and environment. To become a healthier person, instead of buying certain products at the grocery, it is better to make it on your own, such as yogurt, seasonings, sauces etc. Eating locally grown food provides you with the nutrients needed in everyday life, it is healthier for you and can keep you healthy and live longer.

Food Programs

What I know about food programs in my neighborhood is that there is a Food Pantry that recently opened up. Also the elementary school P.S.17 which is about a 15 minute walk or 10 minute bus ride from my house gives school lunches free for kids during the summer. Recently, City Harvest came to my neighborhood to provide all residents with fruits and vegetables. There is also a garden in my neighborhood. I feel bad that I do not know much about the garden and what they provide, it seems to be closed whenever I am home. A couple of blocks away from my building it Socrates Sculpture Park, every Saturday they have a farmers market. I do not know if there are other Food Programs in my neighborhoods and I feel kind of bad about not knowing