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In tandem, apps like ClimateDiet.sg have been developed to help people track and reduce their food-related carbon footprints. By logging daily meals, users can see the environmental impact of their choices and gradually shift towards more sustainable diets.
Challenges and Opportunities for Change
Transitioning to a climate-friendly diet isn't without hurdles. Cultural attachment to traditional foods like chili crab and frequent social dining moments make lifestyle changes difficult. Many people are uncomfortable with novel foods like insects or cultured proteins, citing the "ick factor." To address this, companies are working to make alternative proteins resemble familiar foods, such as microalgae-based crab cakes or cricket-infused baked goods.