Published Jan 15, 2023

779: Almonds | Skeptical Sunday

Jordan Harbinger and David C. Smalley delve into the environmental and ethical controversies surrounding almonds, examining their extensive water use and impact on wildlife, the surprising truths behind almond milk production, and questioning the true health benefits against their ecological cost.

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What non-dairy milk is best to drink - oat, almond, or soy?
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What are good dairy protein alternatives?
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What are the best dairy alternatives?
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Are there any drawbacks to consuming tree nuts?
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779: Almonds | Skeptical Sunday

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Almond Milk Controversy

Milk Alternatives

Almonds: Efficient or Inefficient?

Almond Farming Woes

Connect and Share

Peloton Row

Almonds and the Environment

Almonds' Environmental Impact

Questions from this episode

What non-dairy milk is best to drink - oat, almond, or soy?

What are good dairy protein alternatives?

What are the best dairy alternatives?

Are there any drawbacks to consuming tree nuts?

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Environmental Effects

Milk Alternative Controversy

Nutritional Value Debate

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779: Almonds | Skeptical Sunday

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Environmental EffectsJordan Harbinger and David C. Smalley explore the environmental costs of almond farming, highlighting its significant water usage and impact on wildlife. They discuss how these factors challenge the perception of almonds as a sustainable health food.

Environmental Effects

Milk Alternative ControversyThe discussion on almond milk reveals surprising truths about its composition and environmental impact. David C. Smalley and Jordan Harbinger explore the ethical implications of choosing almond milk over dairy, particularly its effect on bee populations.

Milk Alternative Controversy

Nutritional Value DebateThe discussion on almonds reveals a complex balance between their celebrated health benefits and significant environmental impact. Jordan Harbinger and David C. Smalley explore whether almonds truly deserve their superfood status given these considerations.

Nutritional Value Debate

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