Welcome to episode 3 of '9 to Thrive: Quick Health Tips for Busy Lives,' hosted by your trusted Nutrition Nerd, CiCi! In this eye-opening episode, we're delving into the world of monocropping and its far-reaching implications on our health, the environment, and even the global food supply. Ever wondered why those endless fields of corn could be a problem? Or how your diet is connected to soil erosion and climate change?

What's Inside:

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  Uncover the hidden dangers of growing the same crop on the same land year after year, and why it's not just a farming issue but a global crisis.

  
  


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  Learn how monocropping is contributing to a nutrient-poor diet, affecting 2 billion people worldwide, and what it means for women's health.

  
  


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  Discover how monocropping is making our planet more vulnerable to climate change and endangering crucial pollinators like bees and butterflies.

  
  

Why Listen?

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  Decode the complexities of our food system and its impact on your health.

  
  


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  Understand the role of monocropping in the rise of nutrient deficiencies and chronic diseases.

  
  


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  Get actionable tips on navigating the supplement aisle to fill in your nutritional gaps.

  
  

Tune in and nerd out with CiCi as she breaks down this complex issue into digestible, actionable insights. It's time to be conscious consumers and responsible earthlings!

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Episode Sources: 

• Monocropping: A Disastrous Agricultural System


• The Biggest Little Farm


• What You Need to Know About the Most Common Nutrient Deficiencies in Women


• Common Misconceptions About Vitamins and Minerals