Climate Change and Global Nutrition: Exploring the Intersections of Livestock Production, Food Security and Health

Abstract

Introduction: Climate change is increasingly posing a threat to global food security, nutrition, and human health. Increased crop yields, decreased livestock productivity due to heat stress, and increased pest and disease transmission are all consequences of rising temperatures, harsh weather, and changes in precipitation patterns. This review paper discusses the factors that are often correlated to climate change and explains how livestock, food security, and health are intertwined. The review also highlights the impact of climate change on the mental and physical health of vulnerable groups like women and children. Climate Change & Livestock: Processing and transportation of livestock demands landmass and deforestation and intensifies global warming. Heat stress can impact the production quality and the quality of meat. Greenhouse gas emission adds up by the production of enteric fermentation and manure storage. Climate Change & Food Security: Studies suggest that by 2060, climate change can increase the risk of starvation due to insufficient crop production. As people move to the ocean for food, increased stratification, and variations in the intensity of weather disturbances and rainfall patterns, industrialization becomes a primary consequence of seafood contamination. A triple burden of malnutrition arose due to lack of food availability. Climate Change and Health Outcomes: Both short-term and long-term effects may result from the health hazards associated with climate change. A lower physical and mental health outcome has arisen from climate change. Poor sexual and reproductive health and hypertension have been commonly reported due to climate changes. Conclusion: Reducing food waste and a greater focus on female-headed households can create better climate-related policies. Long-term global food and health security can be supported by enhancing resource availability, encouraging the use of renewable energy, and incorporating cutting-edge technologies.