The NEW planetary health diet, outlined in the EAT-Lancet report, is designed to improve both human health and the environment. By adopting a plant-based diet, it is estimated that 40,000 early deaths could be prevented daily, along with a significant reduction in food-related greenhouse gas emissions and land use. The Planetary Health Diet recommends a plant-rich, flexible approach that includes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and pulses, with limited amounts of animal foods.

The report highlights the unsustainable nature of current global diets, which contribute to environmental harm and inequity in access to healthy food. The updated PHD offers a path towards improved health outcomes, including reducing mortality rates and lowering the risk of chronic diseases. To achieve the goals of the planetary health diet, the report emphasizes the importance of policy changes, such as shifting food taxes and subsidies to promote healthier and more sustainable foods.